How To Fix RSDU_REPART002 - Metadata for InfoProvider is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDU_REPART - Messages for Repartitioning InfoProviders

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Metadata for InfoProvider is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDU_REPART002 - Metadata for InfoProvider is not available ?

  The SAP error message RSDU_REPART002 indicates that the metadata for the specified InfoProvider is not available. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  InfoProvider Not Activated: The InfoProvider (e.g., InfoCube, DSO, MultiProvider) may not be activated or may have been deactivated.
  Missing Metadata: The metadata for the InfoProvider may not have been generated or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was transported from one system to another, the transport may not have included all necessary metadata.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database that prevent the metadata from being accessed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata of the InfoProvider.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the InfoProvider:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Locate the InfoProvider in question and check its activation status. If it is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Metadata Generation:
  
  Ensure that the metadata has been generated for the InfoProvider. You can do this by navigating to the InfoProvider and checking the metadata settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoProvider was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check the database connection and ensure that the database is up and running. You may also want to check for any database errors.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Metadata:
  
  In some cases, you may need to rebuild the metadata. This can be done by using the transaction code RSD1 to access the InfoProvider and then using the "Rebuild" option.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoProvider Maintenance
  RSD2: InfoObject Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) and traces (transaction ST22) for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.