How To Fix SBDS163 - Knowledge Provider error: Invalid relationships

SBDS163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Knowledge Provider error: Invalid relationships

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBDS163 - Knowledge Provider error: Invalid relationships ?

  The SAP error message SBDS163, which indicates a "Knowledge Provider error: Invalid relationships," typically arises in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues with the relationships defined in the data model or when querying data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Model Relationships: The relationships between different data objects (like InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries) may not be correctly defined or may be inconsistent.
  Missing or Incorrect Joins: If the joins between tables or data sources are not properly set up, it can lead to invalid relationships.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data sources (like changes in table structures or removal of fields) can lead to invalid relationships.
  Inconsistent Metadata: If the metadata in the system is not consistent or has not been updated after changes, it can cause this error.
  Query Design Issues: The way a query is designed, including filters and selections, may lead to invalid relationships if they