How To Fix SCTS_AIM009 - API &1 not defined but referenced by API &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_AIM - Messages for the AIM meta data repository

• Message number: 009

• Message text: API &1 not defined but referenced by API &2.

What causes this issue?

The properties of an API called by an after-import method (AIM) are not
correctly maintained. For more information about this check, see
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The metadata object of the API &V2& has been created. API &V1& does not
exist but is specified as API called by API &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Check and either create the metadata object for the referenced API &V1&
or fix the reference.
To create the metadata object for the referenced API &V1& or to fix the
reference, perform the following steps:
Call transaction SLAPI.
Insert new entry with API name &V1& and maintain the attributes or
Select the line containing &V2&.
Choose "Ref to other API".
Fix the referenced API&V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_AIM009 - API &1 not defined but referenced by API &2. ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_AIM009 indicates that there is an issue with an API that is being referenced in your system but has not been defined. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Application Interface Framework (AIF) or when working with APIs in general.
  Cause:
  The error message SCTS_AIM009 is triggered when:
  
  An API (Application Programming Interface) that is being referenced in your code or configuration is not defined in the system.
  There may be a typo in the API name or it may not have been created or activated properly.
  The API might be part of a transport request that has not been imported into the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check API Definition:
  
  Verify that the API referenced by API &2 is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SICF for service definitions or SE80 for object navigation) and checking if the API exists.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the API names. Check both the calling code and the API definition.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the API is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport has been successfully imported into the system. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Activate the API:
  
  If the API exists but is not activated, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the relevant development environment.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependencies for the API are also defined and activated. Sometimes, APIs rely on other components that must be present.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific API you are working with. There may be additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your version or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SICF (HTTP Service Hierarchy) to help you navigate and troubleshoot.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific API or error message for additional guidance and potential fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.