How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS116 - Decision table contains no result column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Decision table contains no result column

What causes this issue?

The decision table you are currently working on has no column defined as
a result column. A decision table must have at least one column defined
as result column. This column is used to hold the result of the
evaluation which is returned by the decision table expression.

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 there is at least one column defined as the result.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS116 - Decision table contains no result column ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS116 indicates that a decision table you are working with does not contain a result column. This is a common issue when defining decision tables in SAP, particularly in the context of Business Rules Framework (BRF+).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because a decision table is expected to have at least one result column that specifies the output or action to be taken based on the input conditions defined in the table. If no result column is defined, the system cannot determine what action to execute when the conditions are met.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that your decision table includes at least one result column. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the Decision Table: Navigate to the decision table in the BRF+ workbench or the relevant application where you are defining the decision table.
  
  
  Add a Result Column:
  
  Look for an option to add a new column to the decision table.
  Define the result column by specifying the output type (e.g., a specific value, a reference to a data object, etc.).
  Ensure that the result column is properly configured to return the expected output based on the conditions defined in the input columns.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate: After adding the result column, save your changes and activate the decision table.
  
  
  Test the Decision Table: Run a test to ensure that the decision table now functions correctly and that the output is generated as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Decision Tables: These are used in BRF+ to define business rules in a tabular format, where conditions are evaluated, and corresponding actions or results are specified.
  BRF+ Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BRF+ for detailed guidance on creating and managing decision tables.
  Error Handling: If you encounter further issues, check the configuration of the decision table and ensure that all necessary components (like input columns and conditions) are correctly defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_EXPRESSIONS116 error and successfully define your decision table in SAP.