How To Fix RSDODSO404 - InfoProvider "&1" is "&3"; it should be "&2" type (DataStore object)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDODSO - Messages for ODS Objects

• Message number: 404

• Message text: InfoProvider "&1" is "&3"; it should be "&2" type (DataStore object)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDODSO404 - InfoProvider "&1" is "&3"; it should be "&2" type (DataStore object) ?

  The SAP error message RSDODSO404 indicates a mismatch in the type of an InfoProvider in your SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Specifically, it suggests that the InfoProvider you are working with is of a different type than what is expected. In this case, it is expecting a DataStore Object (DSO) but has encountered a different type of InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect InfoProvider Type: The InfoProvider you are trying to use is not a DataStore Object (DSO) as expected. It could be a different type of InfoProvider, such as a MultiProvider, InfoCube, or another object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the BW system where the InfoProvider is incorrectly defined or referenced.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoProvider definitions may have led to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoProvider Type: Verify the type of the InfoProvider you are working with. You can do this by navigating to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW modeling tools and checking its properties.
  Correct the InfoProvider: If the InfoProvider is indeed not a DSO, you may need to either:
  
  Change your query or data flow to use the correct type of InfoProvider.
  If you intended to use a DSO, ensure that the correct DSO is being referenced in your query or data flow.
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust the InfoProvider: If the InfoProvider is incorrectly defined, you may need to recreate it or adjust its settings to ensure it is recognized as a DSO.
  Check for Transport Issues: If this error occurred after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage and check InfoProviders.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on DataStore Objects and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDODSO404 error and ensure that your InfoProvider is correctly configured as a DataStore Object.