How To Fix RSANA_UMM_API079 - Model specification decoding failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSANA_UMM_API - UMM API Messages

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Model specification decoding failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSANA_UMM_API079 - Model specification decoding failed ?

  The SAP error message RSANA_UMM_API079: Model specification decoding failed typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the model specification in the context of data extraction or transformation processes. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the data model, inconsistencies in the data source, or problems with the configuration of the extraction process.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Model Specification: The model specification may be incorrectly defined or corrupted.
  Inconsistent Data Source: The data source from which data is being extracted may have inconsistencies or may not match the expected structure.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the data model and the data source.
  Missing or Incorrect Authorizations: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data model or data source.
  Transport Issues: If the model was transported from one system to another, there may