How To Fix RSDRI_DTP046 - Provider must be specified in repair mode

RSDRI_DTP046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDRI_DTP - Messages for InfoProvider Extraction in DTP Context

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Provider must be specified in repair mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDRI_DTP046 - Provider must be specified in repair mode ?

  The SAP error message RSDRI_DTP046, which states "Provider must be specified in repair mode," typically occurs in the context of Data Transfer Processes (DTP) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the DTP is not able to find a valid data provider for the data transfer operation, and it often arises when there are issues with the data source or the configuration of the DTP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data Source: The data source that the DTP is supposed to pull data from may not be correctly defined or may be missing.
  DTP 
  Configuration Issues: The DTP might not be properly configured, leading to the inability to identify the provider.
  Data Source in Repair Mode: The data source might be in a state that requires repair, which can happen if there are inconsistencies or errors in the data model.
  Transport Issues: If the DTP or its associated objects were transported from one system