How To Fix CE086 - You should maintain a database as origin

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 086

• Message text: You should maintain a database as origin

What causes this issue?

You are trying to maintain a database rule. However the field is not
determined via a database.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You should maintain a database as the origin of the field. You can
display possible database accesses by selecting the menu entries
Edit -> Origin.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE086 - You should maintain a database as origin ?

  The SAP error message CE086, which states "You should maintain a database as origin," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there is an issue related to the configuration of the data source or the origin of the data being processed. This error often arises when the system expects a specific database or data source to be defined, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error may occur if the system is expecting a database to be defined as the origin for certain data, but it has not been set up correctly in the configuration.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source being used may not be compatible or correctly linked to the required database.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required database or data source.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database connection or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the Controlling module) and ensure that the database is correctly defined as the origin for the data you are trying to process.
  Verify that the data source is correctly linked to the appropriate database.
  
  
  
  Maintain Data Source:
  
  If you are using a specific data source, ensure that it is properly maintained in the system. This can usually be done through transaction codes like RSA1 (for Data Warehousing) or SPRO (for configuration).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the database. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of the database and data sources in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for assistance. They can help diagnose any underlying technical issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, RSA1 for data source management, and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CE086 error in your SAP system.