How To Fix RSDDB706 - &1 is not a virtual InfoProvider

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDDB - BIA Index Objects: Activate, Fill, Delete

• Message number: 706

• Message text: &1 is not a virtual InfoProvider

What causes this issue?

You are trying to maintain a SAP HANA/BWA index for a virtual
InfoProvider. The object you have entered is not a virtual
InfoProvider.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter something else or choose a different SAP HANA/BWA index type

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDB706 - &1 is not a virtual InfoProvider ?

  The SAP error message RSDDB706 indicates that the specified InfoProvider (in this case, represented by &1) is not recognized as a virtual InfoProvider. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with queries, data sources, or InfoProviders.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect InfoProvider Type: The InfoProvider you are trying to access is not a virtual InfoProvider. Virtual InfoProviders are typically used for reporting purposes and do not store data physically.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the InfoProvider settings or the query that is trying to access it.
  Data Source Issues: The data source linked to the InfoProvider may not be set up correctly or may not be active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoProvider Type: Verify that the InfoProvider you are trying to use is indeed a virtual InfoProvider. You can do this by checking the InfoProvider settings in the SAP BW system.
  Review Query Definition: If you are running a query, ensure that the query is correctly defined and is pointing to the right InfoProvider.
  Activate Data Sources: If the InfoProvider is based on a data source, ensure that the data source is active and properly configured.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the InfoProvider you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and their configurations.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the query or the program that is generating the error to get more insights into what might be going wrong.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP BW team for further assistance.