Error
Error Code:
491
SAP S/4HANA Error 491: Invalid EPM Model Definition
Description
This error indicates that an Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) model being accessed or processed has a malformed or inconsistent definition. It typically occurs when the system attempts to load, validate, or use a model whose structure or metadata is invalid, preventing proper data processing or reporting.
Error Message
ERR_SQL_INV_EPMMODEL_DEF
Known Causes
4 known causesIncorrect Model Configuration
The EPM model definition contains errors in its structure, dimensions, member properties, or aggregation settings. This can happen due to manual input mistakes or incorrect automated processes.
Corrupted Model Metadata
The underlying database entries or files that store the EPM model's definition have become corrupted or incomplete. This might result from system crashes, disk errors, or improper system shutdowns.
Incomplete System Migration or Upgrade
After a system upgrade or migration, the EPM models may not have been fully or correctly adapted to the new environment. Outdated model definitions can become incompatible with the updated software version.
Authorization or Access Issues
Insufficient user or system authorizations can sometimes prevent the correct interpretation or access of model definitions, leading to a perceived invalidity.
Solutions
Coming SoonGeneral Troubleshooting Tips
- Check the error message carefully for specific details
- Review recent changes that might have caused the error
- Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
- Check log files for additional context
- Try restarting the application or service