How To Fix ISLM_API078 - 2 models with the same name cannot exist under a intelligent scenario

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISLM_API - API Messages

• Message number: 078

• Message text: 2 models with the same name cannot exist under a intelligent scenario

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISLM_API078 - 2 models with the same name cannot exist under a intelligent scenario ?

  The SAP error message ISLM_API078 indicates that there are two models with the same name existing under an intelligent scenario in the SAP system. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), where models are used to represent data structures for planning and analysis.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system does not allow duplicate model names within the same intelligent scenario. This is to ensure data integrity and avoid confusion when referencing models in planning or reporting processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Models:
  
  Check the list of models within the intelligent scenario to identify the models that have the same name.
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete:
  
  If you find two models with the same name, you can either:
  
  Rename one of the models: Change the name of one of the models to ensure that each model has a unique name.
  Delete one of the models: If one of the models is not needed, you can delete it from the intelligent scenario.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Model References:
  
  Ensure that any references to the models in your planning or reporting processes are updated accordingly after renaming or deleting a model.
  
  
  
  Revalidate the Scenario:
  
  After making changes, revalidate the intelligent scenario to ensure that the error is resolved and that the scenario functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Model Naming Conventions: It is a good practice to establish naming conventions for models to avoid duplication in the future. This can include prefixes or suffixes that indicate the purpose or version of the model.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of the models and their purposes to help manage them effectively and avoid confusion.
  SAP Support: If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ISLM_API078 error and ensure that your intelligent scenario is functioning correctly.