How To Fix SBDS158 - Knowledge Provider error: Invalid content category

SBDS158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBDS - Message Class: Business Document Service

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Knowledge Provider error: Invalid content category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBDS158 - Knowledge Provider error: Invalid content category ?

  The SAP error message SBDS158, which indicates a "Knowledge Provider error: Invalid content category," typically arises in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the content category being used in a query or report.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Content Category: The error usually occurs when the content category specified in the query or report does not exist or is not recognized by the system. This can happen if:
  
  The content category has been deleted or renamed.
  There is a mismatch between the content category defined in the report and what is available in the system.
  The user does not have the necessary permissions to access the specified content category.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: If the data source associated with the content category is not properly configured or is unavailable, it can