How To Fix FILAE606 - &2: Validation/substitution did not return a result

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FILAE - Messages for Lease Accounting Engine

• Message number: 606

• Message text: &2: Validation/substitution did not return a result

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FILAE606 - &2: Validation/substitution did not return a result ?

  The SAP error message FILAE606 indicates that a validation or substitution rule did not return a result for a specific field or condition. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where validations and substitutions are used to ensure data integrity and compliance with business rules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The validation or substitution rules may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Data: The data being processed may not meet the criteria defined in the validation or substitution rules.
  Inactive Rules: The relevant validation or substitution rules may be inactive or not assigned to the relevant transaction or document type.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom validations or substitutions implemented, they may not be functioning as expected due to coding errors or logic issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB28 for validations or OB22 for substitutions.
  Review the relevant rules to ensure they are correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the rules are assigned to the correct document types or transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data being processed to ensure it meets the criteria set in the validation or substitution rules.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could cause the validation to fail.
  
  
  
  Activate Rules:
  
  If the rules are inactive, activate them and test the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If custom logic is involved, consider debugging the code to identify any issues.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to access the relevant programs or function modules and check for errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific validation or substitution rules for additional insights.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the validation or substitution now returns the expected results.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB28 - Maintain Validation
  OB22 - Maintain Substitution
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FILAE606 error and implement a solution to resolve it.