How To Fix RSLWSP507 - Providers with main provider types are not allowed

RSLWSP507 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSLWSP - BW Workspaces

• Message number: 507

• Message text: Providers with main provider types are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSLWSP507 - Providers with main provider types are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RSLWSP507 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of providers in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to create or use a provider that is not compatible with the main provider types defined in your system.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incompatible Provider Types: You are trying to use a provider type that is not allowed as a main provider. For example, you might be trying to use a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoCube in a context where only certain types of providers are permitted.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings of your BW system or the specific provider you are trying to use.
  Data Source Mismatch: The data source you are trying to connect to may not be compatible with the main provider types defined in