How To Fix FDT_EXCEL_CORE010 - No context defined; data import not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXCEL_CORE - Messages related to SFDT_EXCEL_CORE Package

• Message number: 010

• Message text: No context defined; data import not possible

What causes this issue?

You have tried to load test data for a simulation run from a spreadsheet
file. However, there is no context defined for the current function,
expression, or action. Therefore, it is not possible to pass input data
for the simulation run.

System Response

Test data cannot be imported for the current object.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the context definition has been omitted intentionally or
not:
Context omitted intentionally: If the object to be simulated has been
set up in a self-contained, context-free way, you can run the simulation
without providing context data. For example, the necessary input data
could be provided by nested expressions or BRFplus default objects.
Context omitted unintentionally: In this case, the object definition
must be considered incomplete. Add the relevant data objects to the
context according to the field structure of the spreadsheet file and try
importing the test data again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXCEL_CORE010 - No context defined; data import not possible ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXCEL_CORE010: No context defined; data import not possible typically occurs when you are trying to import data into SAP using the Excel Data Transfer tool (FDT - File Data Transfer) and the system cannot find a defined context for the data you are trying to import. This context is essential as it tells the system how to interpret the data being imported.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Context Definition: The most common cause is that the context for the data import has not been defined in the system. Contexts are necessary for mapping the data fields in the Excel file to the corresponding fields in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the data import might be incorrect or incomplete, leading to the system not recognizing the context.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the defined context.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch between the Excel file and the context defined in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define a Context:
  
  Go to the FDT (File Data Transfer) configuration in SAP.
  Define a new context that matches the structure of the data you are trying to import.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are included in the context definition.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Contexts:
  
  Verify if there are any existing contexts that can be used for your data import.
  If a suitable context exists, ensure that it is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the data import process to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the mapping between the Excel file and the SAP fields is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to access the context and perform the import.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on defining contexts and performing data imports.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FDT (File Data Transfer): This is a tool in SAP that allows users to import and export data using various file formats, including Excel.
  Context Definition: In SAP, a context is a set of rules and mappings that define how data from an external source (like an Excel file) should be interpreted and processed within the SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to the FDT tool or specific error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_EXCEL_CORE010 error and successfully import your data into SAP.