How To Fix RSDHA367 - Data type '&1' is not supported in target InfoProvider '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 367

• Message text: Data type '&1' is not supported in target InfoProvider '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA367 - Data type '&1' is not supported in target InfoProvider '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA367 indicates that there is a data type in your source data that is not supported in the target InfoProvider. This typically occurs when you are trying to load data into an InfoProvider (like an InfoCube, DataStore Object, or MultiProvider) that does not accept the data type of one or more fields from the source.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Data Types: The source data contains fields with data types that are not compatible with the target InfoProvider. For example, you might be trying to load a field with a complex data type (like a structure or a table) into a target that only accepts simple data types (like CHAR, NUMC, etc.).
  Field Mappings: There may be incorrect or missing field mappings in the transformation rules between the source and target.
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource might be configured incorrectly, leading to unsupported data types being sent to the target InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the fields in the source DataSource and compare them with the data types defined in the target InfoProvider. Ensure that all fields being loaded have compatible data types.
  Adjust Transformations: If there are transformations defined, check the mapping of fields. You may need to adjust the transformation rules to ensure that the data types match.
  Modify InfoProvider: If necessary, you can modify the target InfoProvider to accept the data types from the source. This may involve changing the data type of certain fields in the InfoProvider.
  DataSource Settings: Review the DataSource settings to ensure that it is correctly configured to extract the data types that are compatible with the target InfoProvider.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test load to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling data type issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for information on supported data types for different InfoProviders.
  Data Modeling: Familiarize yourself with data modeling best practices in SAP BW to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.