How To Fix ICA02140 - Method &1 and data source &2 don't match.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICA02 - ICA Matching Engine Message Class

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Method &1 and data source &2 don't match.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICA02140 - Method &1 and data source &2 don't match. ?

  The SAP error message ICA02140 indicates that there is a mismatch between the method and the data source in the context of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) environment. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a planning function or a data action that is not compatible with the specified data source.
  Cause:
  
  
  Method and Data Source Mismatch: The method you are trying to use is not compatible with the data source you have selected. This could be due to:
  
  The method being designed for a different type of data source.
  The data source not containing the necessary fields or structure that the method requires.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning model or data source settings that lead to this mismatch.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If there have been recent changes to the method or data source, such as updates or version changes, this could lead to compatibility issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Method and Data Source Compatibility:
  
  Review the documentation for the method and the data source to ensure they are compatible.
  Ensure that the method is designed to work with the specific data source you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings of the planning model and verify that the method is correctly configured to work with the selected data source.
  Check if the necessary fields and structures are present in the data source.
  
  
  
  Update or Change Method/Data Source:
  
  If the method is not compatible with the data source, consider using a different method that is compatible.
  Alternatively, if possible, modify the data source to align with the requirements of the method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation or community forums for specific guidance on the method and data source you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the method with the data source again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP IBP or SAC to better understand how methods and data sources interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ICA02140 error and implement a suitable solution.