How To Fix FKKMDC017 - Error when importing additional selections (RFDT)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKMDC - Requests for Change to Master Data

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error when importing additional selections (RFDT)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKMDC017 - Error when importing additional selections (RFDT) ?

  The SAP error message FKKMDC017 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when there is an issue with importing additional selections during the execution of a report or transaction. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or problems with the selection criteria.
  Cause
  The error message FKKMDC017 indicates that there is a problem with the additional selections being imported. Common causes include:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified may not be valid or may not correspond to the data structure.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the selections correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the report or transaction may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data being selected.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the FKKMDC017 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are valid and correspond to the expected data structure. Make sure that all fields are correctly filled out.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the data that may be causing the issue. You can use transaction codes like SARA or SICF to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the report or transaction. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from a developer or SAP support.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue with the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FQEVENT, FQZ1, or FQZ2 that may be related to the processing of additional selections in FI-CA.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to FI-CA and the specific report or transaction you are working with for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  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 and resolve the cause of the FKKMDC017 error in SAP.