How To Fix ISLM_API111 - A model specification or definition must be provided.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISLM_API - API Messages

• Message number: 111

• Message text: A model specification or definition must be provided.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISLM_API111 - A model specification or definition must be provided. ?

  The SAP error message ISLM_API111, which states "A model specification or definition must be provided," typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when a required model or specification is not defined or is missing in the context of a planning or analytical process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Model Definition: The error usually indicates that the system expects a model specification (like a planning model or data model) to be provided, but it is either not defined or not correctly referenced in the process you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the model is not properly set up or linked to the relevant planning area or application.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the model or specification.
  Data Source Issues: If the model is supposed to pull data from a specific source, and that source is not available or incorrectly configured, this error may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Model Definition: Ensure that the model you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system. Go to the relevant configuration area and verify that the model exists and is active.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planning area or application to ensure that the model is correctly linked and that all necessary parameters are set.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user has the appropriate permissions to access the model. If not, adjust the user roles and permissions accordingly.
  Data Source Verification: If the model relies on external data sources, ensure that those sources are correctly configured and accessible.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for defining and using models.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Check SAP's support portal for any notes or articles related to ISLM_API111 for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on model specifications and definitions in the context of your specific SAP application.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.