How To Fix /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL030 - Source characteristic &1 is not configured

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Source characteristic &1 is not configured

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL030 - Source characteristic &1 is not configured ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL030 indicates that a source characteristic (denoted as &1 in the message) is not configured in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACR) or similar modules where specific characteristics need to be defined for data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The source characteristic that is referenced in the error message has not been set up in the system. This could be due to a lack of configuration in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Data Model: The data model being used may not include the necessary characteristics, or there may be a mismatch between the expected and actual data structure.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully or correctly transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the configuration for the source characteristic in question.
  Ensure that the characteristic is defined and properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Define the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is missing, you may need to create it. This involves defining the characteristic in the relevant data model or customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the data model being used includes the necessary characteristics. If not, you may need to adjust the model to include the missing characteristic.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the missing elements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for additional guidance on configuring source characteristics.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with for any known issues or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL030.