How To Fix RSOA103 - InfoCube &1 is not a VirtualProvider

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOA - Messages for Direct Access to Operative R/3 System

• Message number: 103

• Message text: InfoCube &1 is not a VirtualProvider

What causes this issue?

The InfoCube &V1& is of the type &V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOA103 - InfoCube &1 is not a VirtualProvider ?

  The SAP error message RSOA103 indicates that the InfoCube you are trying to access or use is not recognized as a VirtualProvider. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with data sources and queries.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The InfoCube you are trying to use is not set up as a VirtualProvider. VirtualProviders are specific types of InfoProviders that allow for real-time data access from external sources without storing the data in the BW system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the BW system where the InfoCube is not properly defined or activated as a VirtualProvider.
  Query Design: The query you are trying to execute may be designed to pull data from a VirtualProvider, but the specified InfoCube does not meet that requirement.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoProvider Type: Verify that the InfoCube you are trying to use is indeed a VirtualProvider. You can do this by checking the properties of the InfoCube in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Convert to VirtualProvider: If the InfoCube needs to be a VirtualProvider, you may need to create a new VirtualProvider or convert the existing InfoCube to a VirtualProvider, depending on your requirements.
  Adjust Query: If the query is incorrectly targeting a VirtualProvider, you may need to adjust the query to point to the correct InfoProvider that is available in your BW system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up VirtualProviders and InfoCubes correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  VirtualProviders: These are used in SAP BW to access data in real-time from external sources without storing it in the BW system. They are often used in scenarios where data needs to be accessed dynamically.
  InfoCubes: Traditional InfoCubes store data in the BW system and are used for reporting and analysis. They can be used in conjunction with VirtualProviders for hybrid scenarios.
  SAP BW Modeling Tools: Familiarize yourself with the modeling tools in SAP BW to manage InfoProviders, including creating and configuring VirtualProviders.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW expert for further assistance.