How To Fix IN117 - Link node is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IN - Object Networking

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Link node is not defined

What causes this issue?

The master data of an object can be displayed by double-clicking on a
node in the graphic. If the node represents a functional location, the
master data of that functional location will be displayed; if the node
represents a piece of equipment, the master data of that piece of
equipment will be displayed. A network can be extended interactively in
the graphic and a node may not yet have been defined as in this case.

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?

Include the corresponding node in the network if you have not already
done so. You can then select the node or any undefined link associated
with it and call up the function for modifying the link. The master
data of the link or the node can then be displayed afterwards with
a double click.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IN117 - Link node is not defined ?

  The SAP error message IN117: Link node is not defined typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of the planning model, specifically related to the link nodes that are expected to be defined in the planning hierarchy or data model.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Link Node Definition: The link node that is referenced in the planning model or data flow is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the planning area or the data model where the link node is supposed to be defined.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or planning area, it may have resulted in the link node being removed or not properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the link node may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Link Node Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings of your planning area or data model.
  Verify that the link node is defined correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Link Node:
  
  If the link node is indeed missing, you will need to create it in the planning model.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and relationships are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Recent Changes:
  
  If the error started occurring after recent changes, review those changes to identify if they inadvertently affected the link node configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including the link node, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring link nodes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to the specific SAP module you are working with, as they may provide insights into proper configuration practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IN117 error in your SAP environment.