How To Fix RTC_MODEL_01016 - Mandatory field is empty in Version tab

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_MODEL_01 -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Mandatory field is empty in Version tab

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTC_MODEL_01016 - Mandatory field is empty in Version tab ?

  The SAP error message RTC_MODEL_01016 indicates that a mandatory field in the Version tab of a model is empty. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when working with planning models or data models.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to save or validate a model, and one or more required fields in the Version tab are not filled out. The Version tab usually contains important information about the version of the model, such as the version name, description, and other attributes that are necessary for the model to function correctly.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Model:
  
  Navigate to the model that is generating the error in your SAP Analytics Cloud or BPC environment.
  
  
  
  Check the Version Tab:
  
  Go to the Version tab of the model.
  Look for any fields that are marked as mandatory (usually indicated by an asterisk or similar notation).
  
  
  
  Fill in Mandatory Fields:
  
  Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out. Common mandatory fields may include:
  
  Version Name
  Description
  Status (e.g., Active, Inactive)
  Other relevant attributes depending on your specific model configuration.
  
  
  
  
  
  Validate the Model:
  
  After filling in the required fields, try to validate or save the model again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Errors:
  
  If the error continues, review any other tabs or sections of the model for additional mandatory fields that may need to be completed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about what fields are mandatory, refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources for your specific version of SAP Analytics Cloud or BPC.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you have filled in all mandatory fields and still encounter the error, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Analytics Cloud Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for detailed information on model creation and management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  Training Resources: Consider taking training courses on SAP Analytics Cloud or BPC to better understand model management and error resolution.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RTC_MODEL_01016 error and successfully manage your model in SAP.