How To Fix RSWADMDERR1407 - Assign a data provider or use a different document source type

RSWADMDERR1407 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Assign a data provider or use a different document source type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1407 - Assign a data provider or use a different document source type ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1407, which states "Assign a data provider or use a different document source type," typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the data source configuration for a report or dashboard.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Provider: The error indicates that the report or dashboard does not have a valid data provider assigned. This could happen if the data source was not properly configured or if it was removed or changed.
  Incorrect Document Source Type: The document may be set to use a source type that is not compatible with the data provider or the data model being used.
  Data Source 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the connection settings, such as incorrect credentials, or the data source may not be accessible.
  Version Compatibility: If the document was created in a different version of SAP or with a different configuration, it