How To Fix SEPM_DG056 - EPM Data Generator: Channel &1 has invalid type

SEPM_DG056 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_DG - EPM: Data Generator Messages

• Message number: 056

• Message text: EPM Data Generator: Channel &1 has invalid type

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SEPM_DG056 - Details

• The SAP error message SEPM_DG056, which states "EPM Data Generator: Channel &1 has invalid type," typically occurs in the context of the SAP EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) Data Generator. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a data channel that is being used in the data generation process.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Channel Configuration: The channel specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Channel Type: The type of the channel may not match the expected type for the operation being performed. For example, if a channel is expected to be of a certain type (e.g., input, output) but is configured differently, this error can occur.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The data required for the channel may be missing or incomplete, leading to an invalid state.
  System or Version Compatibility Issues: There may be