How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG218 - Referenced provider &1.&2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Referenced provider &1.&2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG218 - Referenced provider &1.&2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG218 Referenced provider &1.&2 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a provider (such as a data source, InfoProvider, or similar object) that is not found in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Provider: The provider specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the provider name or the provider being deleted or not activated.
  Transport Issues: If the 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 provider, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for a provider that is not properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Provider Existence: Check if the provider exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for InfoProviders in BW) and searching for the provider using the name indicated in the error message.
  Check for Typos: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the provider name being referenced.
  Re-transport the Provider: If the provider was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that the provider is present in the target system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the provider. This may involve checking roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Review Configuration: If the provider is part of a configuration (like a data flow), review the configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Activate the Provider: If the provider exists but is not activated, activate it to make it available for use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to manage and check InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing InfoProviders and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.