How To Fix /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW016 - UI Mapper Class &1 does not implement Interface &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: UI Mapper Class &1 does not implement Interface &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW016 - UI Mapper Class &1 does not implement Interface &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW016 UI Mapper Class &1 does not implement Interface &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize the Business Object Framework (BOF) and the Financial Business Intelligence (FBI) components. This error indicates that a specific UI Mapper class is expected to implement a certain interface, but it does not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Implementation: The UI Mapper class specified in the error message does not implement the required interface. This could be due to a missing or incomplete implementation in the class definition.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the UI Mapper class is not correctly set up to implement the required interface.
  Version Mismatch: If there are version differences between the components or if the system has been upgraded, the class may not have been updated to implement the new interface requirements.
  Custom Development: If there has been custom development or modifications made to the standard classes, it is possible that the custom class does not adhere to the expected interface.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Class Implementation: Verify that the UI Mapper class (&1 in the error message) is correctly implementing the required interface (&2). You can do this by checking the class definition in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80 or SE24).
  Implement Missing Methods: If the class does not implement the required methods from the interface, you will need to add those methods to the class.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the UI Mapper and ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific components you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct implementation guidelines.
  Check for Updates: If you are on an older version of SAP, consider applying any relevant support packages or updates that may address this issue.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may need to debug the application to identify where the implementation is failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  ABAP Development: If you are not familiar with ABAP development, it may be beneficial to involve a developer who can assist in reviewing and modifying the class implementation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.