How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG126 - Error while processing request; data provider '&1' not supported by '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Error while processing request; data provider '&1' not supported by '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG126 - Error while processing request; data provider '&1' not supported by '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG126 indicates that there is an issue with the data provider being used in a specific context, typically related to the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). The message states that the data provider specified (represented by &1) is not supported by the system or the context indicated by &2.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Data Provider: The data provider you are trying to use may not be compatible with the specific application or context you are working in.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BW or SAC system that prevent the data provider from being recognized or utilized properly.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the data provider may not be supported by the version of the SAP system you are using.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified data provider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the data provider you are using is compatible with the application or context. Consult the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the BW or SAC system to ensure that the data provider is correctly set up and enabled.
  Update System: If there is a version mismatch, consider updating your SAP system or the data provider to a compatible version.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data provider. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and provides fixes for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on data providers and their compatibility.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSRT (for reporting) or RSA1 (for data warehousing) to check the status and configuration of data providers.
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.