How To Fix RSDD_LTIP_METADATA042 - New InfoProvider name (&2) assigned to analytic index &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_LTIP_METADATA - OLAP Index Metadata

• Message number: 042

• Message text: New InfoProvider name (&2) assigned to analytic index &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_LTIP_METADATA042 - New InfoProvider name (&2) assigned to analytic index &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_LTIP_METADATA042 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue related to the metadata of an InfoProvider, particularly when dealing with analytic indexes. This error indicates that a new InfoProvider name has been assigned to an analytic index, which may not be properly configured or recognized in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Change in InfoProvider Name: The error often arises when the name of an InfoProvider has been changed or reassigned, but the associated analytic index has not been updated accordingly.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata definitions between the InfoProvider and the analytic index.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport might not have included all necessary metadata updates.
  System Configuration: There could be issues with the configuration of the BW system or the specific InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoProvider Configuration: Verify the configuration of the InfoProvider in the BW system. Ensure that the InfoProvider is correctly defined and that its name matches what is expected in the analytic index.
  Update Analytic Index: If the InfoProvider name has changed, you may need to update the analytic index to reflect this change. This can typically be done through the BW modeling tools.
  Rebuild Analytic Index: In some cases, it may be necessary to rebuild the analytic index associated with the InfoProvider. This can be done using transaction codes like RSBBS or RSBAS to manage and rebuild indexes.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly imported.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the InfoProvider and the analytic index to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done through the BW administration tools.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSBBS (Manage Analytic Indexes), and RSBAS (Analyze and Rebuild Analytic Indexes).
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for more details on InfoProviders and analytic indexes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.