How To Fix RTC_COMM085 - VirtualProvider does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_COMM -

• Message number: 085

• Message text: VirtualProvider does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTC_COMM085 - VirtualProvider does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RTC_COMM085 indicates that a Virtual Provider does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when trying to access or query a Virtual Provider that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Virtual Provider: The Virtual Provider you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the Virtual Provider may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate it.
  Transport Issues: If the Virtual Provider was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Virtual Provider, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Virtual Provider Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools and check if the Virtual Provider exists in the system.
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench and navigate to the InfoProviders section to verify the existence of the Virtual Provider.
  
  
  
  Create or Recreate the Virtual Provider:
  
  If the Virtual Provider does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done using the appropriate modeling tools in SAP BW.
  If it was deleted accidentally, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the Virtual Provider are correct. This includes checking the data source and any associated transformations.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the Virtual Provider was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully.
  If there were issues during transport, you may need to re-transport the object.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Virtual Provider. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  System Refresh:
  
  Sometimes, a system refresh or cache clearing may resolve issues related to object visibility. Consider refreshing the system or clearing the cache.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW/4HANA or the specific version you are using for more details on Virtual Providers and their configuration.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.