How To Fix RSO_RES_HCPR042 - InfoProvider '&1' is not part of the CompositeProvider '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_HCPR - CompositeProvider

• Message number: 042

• Message text: InfoProvider '&1' is not part of the CompositeProvider '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_HCPR042 - InfoProvider '&1' is not part of the CompositeProvider '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_HCPR042 indicates that there is an issue with a CompositeProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA. Specifically, it means that the InfoProvider you are trying to use (denoted as '&1') is not included in the CompositeProvider (denoted as '&2') you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect InfoProvider Reference: The InfoProvider you are trying to access or query is not part of the CompositeProvider definition. This could happen if the InfoProvider was removed from the CompositeProvider or if you are referencing the wrong InfoProvider.
  Changes in CompositeProvider: If there have been recent changes to the CompositeProvider, such as adding or removing InfoProviders, it may lead to this error.
  Data Source Issues: The InfoProvider might not be activated or might have issues that prevent it from being part of the CompositeProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check CompositeProvider Definition:
  
  Go to the CompositeProvider in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Verify that the InfoProvider you are trying to use is indeed included in the CompositeProvider. If it is not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Modify CompositeProvider:
  
  If the InfoProvider is missing, you can add it to the CompositeProvider by editing the CompositeProvider and including the required InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the CompositeProvider:
  
  After making changes, ensure to activate the CompositeProvider to apply the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Source Activation:
  
  Ensure that the InfoProvider is activated and functioning correctly. If it is a query or a data source, check its status and activation.
  
  
  
  Review Query or Report:
  
  If you are running a query or report that references the CompositeProvider, ensure that it is correctly configured to use the right InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the structure of your CompositeProvider or InfoProviders, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CompositeProvider: A CompositeProvider in SAP BW allows you to combine data from multiple InfoProviders into a single view. It can include InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and other CompositeProviders.
  InfoProvider: An InfoProvider is a data source in SAP BW that can be a DataStore Object (DSO), InfoCube, or other types of data sources.
  SAP BW Modeling Tools: Use the SAP BW Modeling Tools in Eclipse or the SAP GUI to manage and model your BW objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your CompositeProvider is correctly configured to include the necessary InfoProviders.