How To Fix BUKF004 - No field group found for data source &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUKF - Message class for Key Figures

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No field group found for data source &1

What causes this issue?

For each data source, there is a list of available field groups. In
this case, there is no field group defined for the selected data
source. Field groups are mandatory to extract data from source database
tables.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

You must create a field group in system table BUKF_FG for the selected
data source.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUKF004 - No field group found for data source &1 ?

  The SAP error message BUKF004, which states "No field group found for data source &1," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when there is an issue with the configuration of data sources in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding field group for the specified data source.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The field group for the specified data source has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source specified in the error message may be incorrect or not properly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing field groups.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications, they may not have been properly integrated with the standard configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  Verify that the field group for the specified data source exists and is correctly configured.
  You can check this in transaction codes like OBY6 (for field groups) or OBY1 (for data sources).
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Field Group:
  
  If the field group does not exist, you may need to create it. This involves defining the field group in the configuration settings.
  Ensure that the field group is linked to the correct data source.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Verify that the data source specified in the error message is correct and corresponds to the intended configuration.
  If necessary, adjust the data source settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific data source and field group configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the system is failing to find the field group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for configuration and troubleshooting, such as OBY6, OBY1, and SE80 (for development).
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BUKF004 error and implement a solution to resolve it.