How To Fix CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN007 - Provide a valid relationship target specification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN - Messages specific for specification access API

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Provide a valid relationship target specification

What causes this issue?

Only existing target specifications are processed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check your target specification.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN007 - Provide a valid relationship target specification ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHCSM_SPC_API_CMN007 with the description "Provide a valid relationship target specification" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Enterprise HCM (Human Capital Management) or related modules when there is an issue with the data being processed, particularly regarding relationships between objects (like employees, positions, etc.).
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Input: The error often arises when the system expects a specific format or type of data for a relationship target, but the provided data does not meet these criteria.
  Missing Relationship Definition: The relationship you are trying to establish may not be defined in the system, or the target object does not exist.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the relationship types or the data model that prevent the system from recognizing the target specification.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the underlying database that prevent the relationship from being established.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the data