How To Fix RSWADMDERR1201 - Referenced data provider &1 of object &2 does not exist in template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADMDERR1 - Web Application Designer 4.0 Error Messages

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Referenced data provider &1 of object &2 does not exist in template

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1201 - Referenced data provider &1 of object &2 does not exist in template ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1201 indicates that there is an issue with a referenced data provider in a template. Specifically, it means that the data provider specified in the template does not exist or cannot be found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud when working with data models or templates.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Provider: The data provider referenced in the template has been deleted or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The template may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a data provider that is not valid or has been renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the template was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the data provider may not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data provider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Provider: Check if the data provider referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data provider area in SAP BW or Analytics Cloud.
  Update Template: If the data provider has been renamed or deleted, update the template to reference the correct data provider.
  Recreate Data Provider: If the data provider is missing and should exist, consider recreating it or restoring it from a backup if applicable.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects, including the data provider, were included in the transport request.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data provider. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW or Analytics Cloud for guidance on managing data providers and templates.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.