How To Fix RSDF_GENERATOR008 - InfoProvider type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF_GENERATOR - Messages for Data Flow Wizard

• Message number: 008

• Message text: InfoProvider type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR008 - InfoProvider type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR008 indicates that the InfoProvider type specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to generate or access a DataSource or InfoProvider that is not defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent InfoProvider: The specified InfoProvider (e.g., InfoCube, DataStore Object, etc.) has not been created or has been deleted.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the InfoProvider being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was created in a different system and not transported correctly, it may not exist in the current system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify InfoProvider Existence:
  
  Check in the SAP BW system to see if the InfoProvider exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in the SAP BW modeling tools (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that the name of the InfoProvider is spelled correctly in the code or configuration where the error is occurring.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoProvider was created in a different environment (e.g., development), ensure that it has been properly transported to the current environment (e.g., quality or production).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Recreate the InfoProvider:
  
  If the InfoProvider is indeed missing and cannot be restored, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoProviders and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on InfoProviders and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.