How To Fix CFM_TR_BIW024 - There is no creation date for business transaction &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFM_TR_BIW - BW Extractor for CFM

• Message number: 024

• Message text: There is no creation date for business transaction &1

There is no creation date for business transaction &1. This is due to an
error in OLTP during flow generation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFM_TR_BIW024 - There is no creation date for business transaction &1 ?

  The SAP error message CFM_TR_BIW024 indicates that there is no creation date for a specific business transaction identified by the placeholder &1. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with business transactions in the context of financial reporting or data extraction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the business transaction in question has not been properly created or recorded in the system, leading to a lack of a creation date.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database tables that store transaction information.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system could lead to the inability to retrieve or display the creation date for the transaction.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the creation date of the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Creation: Verify that the business transaction identified by &1 has been created correctly. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction logs or tables.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to ensure that all necessary data is present. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform this check.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings related to business transactions in the CO module are correctly set up. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like OBA5 or OKEQ.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the business transaction data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CFM1 (Create Business Transaction), CFM2 (Change Business Transaction), and CFM3 (Display Business Transaction) to manage business transactions effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific error messages and provide guidance on resolution.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.