How To Fix UCM0118 - InfoProvider &3 is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM0 - Messages for Data Basis, Cons Area, ...

• Message number: 118

• Message text: InfoProvider &3 is not available

What causes this issue?

You want to use InfoProvider &V3& as a data stream in
<DS:GLOS.3C14A7065A82D511B1250008C784EFB1>data basis</> &V1&. However,
InfoProvider &V3& cannot be reached currently using RFC destination &V2&
. Thus, the system cannot determine the characteristics and key figures.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Make sure that InfoProvider &V3& is available in BW. If this is the case
, check that the RFC connection works and then make the assignment
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0118 - InfoProvider &3 is not available ?

  The SAP error message UCM0118, which states "InfoProvider &3 is not available," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when a query or report is trying to access an InfoProvider (like a DataStore Object, InfoCube, or CompositeProvider) that is not available or cannot be accessed.
  Causes:
  
  InfoProvider Deactivation: The InfoProvider may have been deactivated or deleted in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated properly in the target system.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the metadata.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query might be incorrectly defined or pointing to a non-existent InfoProvider.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Availability: Verify if the InfoProvider is active and available in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Reactivation: If the InfoProvider was deactivated, reactivate it. This can be done in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Transport Validation: If the InfoProvider was transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You may need to re-activate it or check for any transport errors.
  Query Redefinition: If the query is pointing to an incorrect InfoProvider, modify the query to point to the correct one.
  Check for Technical Issues: Investigate any underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity or system performance problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and their status.
  Authorization Objects: Check authorization objects related to BW queries and InfoProviders (e.g., S_RS_BI, S_RS_AUTH).
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.