How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA412 - InfoCube specified is not a suitable data source

/SAPAPO/MA412 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 412

• Message text: InfoCube specified is not a suitable data source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA412 - InfoCube specified is not a suitable data source ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA412 InfoCube specified is not a suitable data source typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the InfoCube being used for planning or reporting purposes. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect InfoCube: The specified InfoCube may not be designed for the type of data or planning activity you are trying to perform.
  Data Source Configuration: The InfoCube may not be properly configured as a data source in the system.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoCube structure may have rendered the InfoCube incompatible with the current planning scenario.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified InfoCube.
  Inactive InfoCube: The InfoCube may be inactive or not available in the current system environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify InfoCube: Check if the InfoCube you are trying to use is the