How To Fix FINS_TDD004 - Value field of reference tracing factor not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_TDD - Message Class for New Top Down Distribution

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Value field of reference tracing factor not found

What causes this issue?

The message is raised only when reference base indicator is selected and
value fields not found.
If the indicator of reference base is selected, the system will use each
individual value field as the reference for distributing the values of
that value field. For example, the field "Revenue" in the reference data
determines how the values in the field "Revenue" of your plan data are
distributed.

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?

Currently, value fields of Top-Down Distribution scenario are maintained
in class method: 'CL_FINS_TDD_CONFIG_MANAGER->IF_FINS_TDD_CONFIG_MANAGER
~GET_VALUEFLD_ATTR'.
Check if the logic is valid and execute again.

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 FINS_TDD004 - Value field of reference tracing factor not found ?

  The SAP error message FINS_TDD004 indicates that a value field of a reference tracing factor is not found. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with the tracing of values in the context of financial accounting or controlling.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The value field that is being referenced in the tracing factor may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables or incorrect settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables that are supposed to hold the value fields.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be aligned with the standard configurations, leading to this error.
  Version Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise due to version mismatches or updates that have not been applied correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the financial module you are working with (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  Ensure that the value fields for the reference tracing factors are correctly defined and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., BKPF, BSEG, etc.) to ensure that the data is consistent and that the value fields are populated correctly.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to inspect the structure of the tables and confirm that the necessary fields are present.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant programs to trace where the error is occurring and identify the missing value field.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with. There may be known issues or patches available that address this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial accounting and controlling, such as FB01 (Post Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FINS_TDD004 in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may provide specific guidance or patches for the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.