How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD015 - System alias required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 015

• Message text: System alias required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD015 - System alias required ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD015: System alias required typically occurs in the context of the SAP BusinessObjects (BO) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) environments when there is an issue with the configuration of the system alias. This error indicates that the system alias, which is necessary for connecting to a specific data source or system, has not been defined or is not accessible.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing System Alias: The system alias required for the connection to the data source is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system alias may be incorrectly configured or pointing to a non-existent or incorrect data source.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the system alias.
  Connection Issues: There may be network or connectivity issues preventing access to the system associated with the alias.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the System Alias:
  
  Go to the SAP BusinessObjects Central Management Console (CMC).
  Navigate to the "Servers" section and check the "System Aliases"