How To Fix BS_ANLY_CHART018 - The action &1 is not defined in the feeder class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_ANLY_CHART -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The action &1 is not defined in the feeder class

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select a valid action using the input help.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_ANLY_CHART018 - The action &1 is not defined in the feeder class ?

  The SAP error message BS_ANLY_CHART018 indicates that a specific action is not defined in the feeder class for a chart or analytical application. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Analytics Cloud when trying to perform an action that the system does not recognize or is not configured to handle.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Action Definition: The action you are trying to perform (indicated by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the feeder class associated with the chart or analytical application.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the feeder class or the data source that is being used.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system or the specific component you are using may not support the action you are trying to execute.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feeder Class Configuration:
  
  Verify that the feeder class associated with the chart is correctly configured and that it includes the action you are trying to perform.
  If you have access to the backend, you can check the implementation of the feeder class in the ABAP code.
  
  
  
  Define the Missing Action:
  
  If you have the necessary development access, you can define the missing action in the feeder class. This may involve modifying the ABAP code to include the action logic.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for the specific chart or analytical application you are using to ensure that you are using the correct actions and that they are supported.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as newer versions may include fixes or enhancements related to feeder classes and actions.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module or application you are working with to understand the expected behavior and configuration requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.