How To Fix FDT_CP_MSG171 - Decision tables must return a result

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CP_MSG -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Decision tables must return a result

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG171 - Decision tables must return a result ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CP_MSG171 indicates that a decision table in the SAP system is not configured to return a result. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Rules Framework (BRF+) or similar decision-making tools where decision tables are used to evaluate conditions and return outcomes based on those conditions.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Result Column: The decision table may not have a defined result column, meaning that it does not specify what value should be returned when the conditions are met.
  Incorrect Configuration: The decision table might be incorrectly configured, leading to scenarios where no result can be derived from the input conditions.
  Empty Decision Table: The decision table might be empty or not properly populated with rules that lead to a result.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Decision Table Configuration:
  
  Open the decision table in the BRF+ workbench.
  Ensure that there is at least one result column defined in the decision table.
  
  
  
  Define Result Values:
  
  Make sure that the result column(s) have valid values defined for the conditions specified in the decision table.
  If necessary, add or modify the rules to ensure that they return a result.
  
  
  
  Review Conditions:
  
  Verify that the conditions in the decision table are correctly set up and that they can lead to a valid result.
  Ensure that there are no logical gaps that would prevent a result from being returned.
  
  
  
  Test the Decision Table:
  
  After making changes, test the decision table with various input scenarios to ensure that it returns the expected results.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to configure the decision table, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to BRF+ and decision tables.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance on decision tables and error messages.
  BRF+ Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BRF+ documentation for best practices on creating and managing decision tables.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_CP_MSG171 error and ensure that your decision tables are correctly configured to return results.