How To Fix CU090 - No dependencies were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 090

• Message text: No dependencies were selected

What causes this issue?

You wanted to find dependencies with certain search criteria.
No dependencies fulfil your criteria.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU090 - No dependencies were selected ?

  The SAP error message CU090 "No dependencies were selected" typically occurs in the context of configuration management, particularly when working with the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) or when trying to create or modify a configuration profile. This error indicates that the system could not find any dependencies for the selected object or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  No Dependencies Defined: The most common cause is that there are no dependencies defined for the configuration object you are trying to work with.
  Incorrect Selection: You may have selected an object that does not have any associated dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select dependencies.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or the way the dependencies are set up in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Verify that the configuration object you are working with has dependencies defined. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the IMG.
  Select Correct Object: Ensure that you are selecting the correct object that is supposed to have dependencies. Review the documentation or configuration guides to confirm.
  Authorization Check: Make sure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to view and select dependencies. You may need to contact your system administrator for assistance.
  Review Configuration: If you are a configuration expert, review the configuration settings to ensure that dependencies are correctly defined and linked to the relevant objects.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration objects you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  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: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like SPRO for configuration) that may help you navigate the configuration settings more effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.