How To Fix COD_UTILITIES064 - Function for Evaluating a Virtual Attribute Is Invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COD_UTILITIES - Utilities Industry : Utilities message

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Function for Evaluating a Virtual Attribute Is Invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COD_UTILITIES064 - Function for Evaluating a Virtual Attribute Is Invalid ?

  The SAP error message COD_UTILITIES064 indicates that there is an issue with a function that is supposed to evaluate a virtual attribute in your SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with calculated or virtual attributes in InfoObjects or queries.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Function: The function that is being called to evaluate the virtual attribute is either not defined, not activated, or is incorrectly implemented.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data model that prevent the virtual attribute from being evaluated correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the virtual attribute or the underlying data.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as missing transport requests, incorrect settings in the InfoProvider, or issues with the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Definition: Verify that the function used to evaluate the virtual attribute is correctly defined and activated. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 or SE37) and checking the function module or method.
  Review Data Model: Ensure that the data model is correctly set up. Check the InfoObject and its properties, and ensure that the virtual attribute is correctly defined.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the virtual attribute and the underlying data. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the query or the function module to identify where the failure occurs. This can provide insights into what might be going wrong.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  Transport Requests: If the function was recently transported, ensure that all related objects were included in the transport request and that they are correctly activated in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error code or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other technical forums where SAP professionals discuss similar issues. You may find solutions or workarounds shared by others who faced the same problem.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal provides documentation on virtual attributes, InfoObjects, and query design, which can be useful for understanding how to properly configure and troubleshoot these components.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.