How To Fix FTI_LDB_MESSAGE001 - Enter an evaluation type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTI_LDB_MESSAGE - Messages for TR OLTP Reporting Using Logical Databases

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enter an evaluation type

What causes this issue?

In this report / query / InfoSet, you have selected one or more key
figures from the risk management area, such as the net present value or
duration. In order to calculate these key figures, the system requires
you to specify an evaluation type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE001 - Enter an evaluation type ?

  The SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE001 with the description "Enter an evaluation type" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or evaluations within the SAP system, particularly when using the Financial Transaction Management (FTI) module. This error indicates that the system requires an evaluation type to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered an evaluation type in the relevant field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the evaluation type is not set up correctly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or enter the evaluation type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Evaluation Type: 
  
  Go back to the transaction or screen where the error occurred and ensure that you enter a valid evaluation type in the required field.
  Check the documentation or help text for the specific evaluation types that are acceptable in your context.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the evaluation types are correctly defined in the system.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO) and ensure that the evaluation types are set up properly.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  If you suspect that the issue may be related to user permissions, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter an evaluation type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific evaluation types relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to financial evaluations or reporting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FTI and evaluation types for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields, including evaluation types, to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your financial evaluations in SAP.