How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS115 - Decision table contains no condition columns

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Decision table contains no condition columns

What causes this issue?

The decision table you are currently working on has no column defined as
a condition column. However, a decision table must have at least one
condition column to which the context data can be compared at runtime.
Without such a condition column, there would be nothing to decide for
the decision table.

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?

Make sure that at least one column of the decision table is defined as a
condition column.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS115 - Decision table contains no condition columns ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS115 indicates that a decision table you are trying to work with does not contain any condition columns. This error typically arises in the context of using the SAP Fiori Decision Table framework, which is part of the Business Rules Management (BRM) functionality.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have created a decision table but have not defined any condition columns. Condition columns are essential for the decision table to evaluate rules based on specific criteria.
  The decision table may have been created incorrectly or incompletely, leading to the absence of condition columns.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that your decision table has at least one condition column defined. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Open the Decision Table: Navigate to the decision table that is causing the error.
  Add Condition Columns:
  
  In the decision table editor, look for an option to add condition columns.
  Define the necessary condition columns based on the criteria you want to evaluate. This could involve specifying the data type, the name of the column, and any other relevant attributes.
  
  
  Save the Changes: After adding the condition columns, save the decision table.
  Test the Decision Table: Run the decision table again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Decision Tables: These are used in business rules to evaluate conditions and determine outcomes based on the defined rules. Each condition column represents a criterion that must be met for a specific action to be taken.
  SAP Fiori: The user interface framework that provides a more intuitive way to interact with SAP applications, including decision tables.
  Business Rules Management (BRM): A component of SAP that allows users to define, manage, and execute business rules in a structured manner.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always ensure that your decision tables are properly configured with the necessary condition columns before attempting to execute or test them.
  Regularly review and validate your decision tables to ensure they meet the business requirements and are functioning as expected.
  Familiarize yourself with the SAP documentation related to decision tables and BRM for more detailed guidance and best practices.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP support team or referring to the SAP community forums for additional assistance.