How To Fix /IAM/OBJECT_INT111 - Inconsistent call of extractor: Empty request, nothing to select

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/OBJECT_INT -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Inconsistent call of extractor: Empty request, nothing to select

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_INT111 - Inconsistent call of extractor: Empty request, nothing to select ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/OBJECT_INT111 Inconsistent call of extractor: Empty request, nothing to select typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when using SAP's Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or similar data extraction frameworks. This error indicates that the extractor was called without any valid selection criteria, leading to an empty request.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Selection Criteria: The extractor was invoked without any parameters or selection criteria, resulting in no data being available for extraction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The extractor might be misconfigured, leading to it not being able to retrieve the necessary data.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not have any data that meets the selection criteria, or the data source itself may be inactive or unavailable.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the extractor may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data, leading to an empty result set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Ensure that the extractor is being called with valid selection criteria. Review the parameters being passed to the extractor and make sure they are not empty.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration of the extractor in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly to pull data from the intended source.
  Data Availability: Check the underlying data source to confirm that there is data available that meets the selection criteria. If necessary, adjust the criteria to ensure that data can be retrieved.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the extractor has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the extractor to trace the execution flow and identify where the empty request is being generated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific extractor you are using to understand its expected input and configuration.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.