How To Fix RSLWSP420 - Part of InfoProvider &3 already exists (&1 type &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSLWSP - BW Workspaces

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Part of InfoProvider &3 already exists (&1 type &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSLWSP420 - Part of InfoProvider &3 already exists (&1 type &2) ?

  The SAP error message RSLWSP420 indicates that there is an issue with the creation or modification of an InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it means that a part of the InfoProvider you are trying to create or modify already exists, and it is conflicting with the existing structure.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Objects: You are trying to create an InfoProvider (like a DataStore Object, InfoCube, or CompositeProvider) that has a name or structure that already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Naming Conventions: The naming conventions used for the InfoProvider might not be unique, leading to conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects from one system to another, there might be a conflict with existing objects in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSLWSP420 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing InfoProviders: 
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and check if the InfoProvider you are trying to create already exists. Look for the name and type specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Object: 
  
  If you find that the InfoProvider already exists, consider renaming the new object you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Objects: 
  
  If the existing InfoProvider is no longer needed, you can delete it. However, be cautious with this approach as it may affect other processes or reports that rely on that InfoProvider.
  Alternatively, you can modify the existing InfoProvider if it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that the transport does not contain objects that conflict with existing ones in the target system. You may need to adjust the transport request or resolve conflicts manually.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoProvider type you are working with for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench, SE11 for Data Dictionary, and SE80 for Object Navigator to manage InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or InfoProvider type.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSLWSP420 error and implement a suitable solution.