How To Fix RSL_UTILITIES074 - Reference query &1 not valid on InfoProvider &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UTILITIES - Messages in Utilities Package

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Reference query &1 not valid on InfoProvider &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UTILITIES074 - Reference query &1 not valid on InfoProvider &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UTILITIES074 indicates that there is an issue with a reference query that is not valid for a specific InfoProvider. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with queries and InfoProviders.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reference Query: The reference query specified in the error message does not exist or is not accessible in the context of the InfoProvider you are trying to use.
  InfoProvider Compatibility: The InfoProvider may not support the type of query you are trying to execute. For example, if the InfoProvider is a DataStore Object (DSO) and the query is designed for a MultiProvider or an InfoCube, this error may occur.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the reference query or the InfoProvider.
  Query Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the query itself, such as incorrect settings or missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reference Query: Verify that the reference query specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured. Ensure that it is active and has not been deleted or modified in a way that makes it incompatible.
  Validate InfoProvider: Ensure that the InfoProvider you are using is compatible with the reference query. If necessary, adjust the query to use a compatible InfoProvider.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access both the reference query and the InfoProvider.
  Query Redesign: If the reference query is not valid for the InfoProvider, consider redesigning the query to either remove the reference or to create a new query that is compatible with the InfoProvider.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoProvider and query configurations.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer tool to analyze and modify the query settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.