How To Fix 6A079 - Index points for index start &, index type &, base year &, not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6A - Real estate messages rent adjustment

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Index points for index start &, index type &, base year &, not found

What causes this issue?

No points have been maintained for any real estate index series for any
base year for the valid-from date you selected.
The rent adjustment can only be carried out for this valid-from date if
the index points of the index series and base years referred to in the
rental agreements are maintained.

System Response

The rent adjustment for this valid-from date cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Enter either another valid-from date or other contractual data, if
necessary.
If your entry was correct, contact your system administrator.
Procedure for the system administrator
Check and correct the settings for the index data in Customizing as
required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6A079 - Index points for index start &, index type &, base year &, not found ?

  The SAP error message 6A079 indicates that the system is unable to find the index points for a specific index type and base year. This error typically occurs in the context of index-based calculations, such as those used in pricing, contracts, or financial reporting.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Index Data: The index points for the specified index type and base year have not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the index type may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to retrieve the necessary data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the index points may not have been transferred correctly.
  Incorrect Input: The parameters provided (index start, index type, base year) may be incorrect or not aligned with the existing data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Index Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code S_P00_07000139 or S_P00_07000140) to check if the index points for the specified index type and base year exist.
  If they do not exist, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Maintain Index Points:
  
  Use transaction code S_P00_07000139 to maintain index points. Ensure that you enter the correct index type and base year.
  Enter the necessary index values and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the index type in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Parameters:
  
  Double-check the parameters you are using in the transaction or report that triggered the error. Ensure they are correct and correspond to existing data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to index management for additional guidance on maintaining index points.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for maintaining index data, such as S_P00_07000139 for index points.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 6A079 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on index management and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.