How To Fix EPM005 - Input parameter I_SOURCE = &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM - Messages for Plant Manager Role

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Input parameter I_SOURCE = &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM005 - Input parameter I_SOURCE = &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message EPM005, which states "Input parameter I_SOURCE = &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when an invalid source parameter is provided in a function or method call.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Source Parameter: The most common cause of this error is that the input parameter I_SOURCE is being set to a value that is not recognized or is not valid within the context of the operation being performed. This could be due to:
  
  Typographical errors in the source name.
  The source not being defined in the system.
  The source being inactive or not available for the current planning model or context.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BPC environment that prevent the source from being recognized.
  
  
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the sources available in the system, the input parameter may no longer be valid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Parameter: Verify the value being passed to the I_SOURCE parameter. Ensure that it matches the expected values defined in the system. This may involve checking the documentation or configuration settings.
  
  
  Validate Source Configuration: 
  
  Go to the BPC configuration settings and check if the source is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the source is active and available for the current planning model.
  
  
  
  Review Recent Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or configuration, review those changes to ensure that they did not inadvertently affect the validity of the source.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific function or method you are using to understand the valid values for the I_SOURCE parameter.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the invalid parameter is being set and correct it accordingly.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details of the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP BPC documentation for information on valid parameters and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EPM005 error and implement a solution to resolve it.