How To Fix G00404 - Method entry check: Characteristic &1 does not supply data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Method entry check: Characteristic &1 does not supply data

What causes this issue?

The method entry for triggering characteristic &V1& is inconsistent and
no data can be selected on execution.

System Response

This problem may occur with the Consolidation Unit characteristic in
connection with attributes. Note that only the global settings
(version/year/period) are covered by the Customizing check.

How to fix this error?

Check whether triggering characteristic &V1& is used inconsistently in
the method.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00404 - Method entry check: Characteristic &1 does not supply data ?

  The SAP error message G00404, which states "Method entry check: Characteristic &1 does not supply data," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) or when working with Business Objects in general. This error indicates that a specific characteristic (or attribute) that is expected to provide data is not supplying any data during a method call.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The characteristic specified (denoted as &1) does not have any data associated with it in the context of the operation being performed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the business object or the method may not be set up correctly, leading to the characteristic not being populated.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model, such as missing relationships or incorrect mappings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the characteristic in question has data in the database. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like SE11 or SE16.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the business object and its methods are correctly configured. Check the BOPF configuration and ensure that the characteristic is properly defined and mapped.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the method to see why the characteristic is not being populated. Look for any logic that might be preventing data from being retrieved.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the method has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the characteristic.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object or method to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or the specific business object in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Module) for further investigation.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.