How To Fix KDFUE071 - External base key figures can only be maintained for real risk objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KDFUE - Error Messages for EDT

• Message number: 071

• Message text: External base key figures can only be maintained for real risk objects

What causes this issue?

The currenct risk object does not have the status 'real risk object'
(status 0). You cannot maintain any external base key figures because
financial objects can only be created for real risk objects.
If you want to create a financial object for the risk object you must
first change the status of the risk object.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KDFUE071 - External base key figures can only be maintained for real risk objects ?

  The SAP error message KDFUE071 indicates that you are trying to maintain external base key figures for a risk object that is not classified as a "real risk object." This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Risk Management or Financial Risk Management modules, where certain key figures are expected to be associated with specific types of risk objects.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are attempting to maintain external base key figures for a risk object that is not defined as a "real risk object" in the system.
  The configuration or classification of the risk object does not meet the criteria required for external base key figures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Risk Object Type: Ensure that the risk object you are trying to maintain is indeed a "real risk object." You can do this by reviewing the configuration settings for the risk object in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the risk management module.
  Verify that the risk object is correctly defined and classified.
  If necessary, adjust the classification of the risk object to ensure it meets the criteria for external base key figures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to risk management and external base key figures. This can provide insights into the specific requirements and configurations needed.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain external base key figures for the risk object in question.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Risk Management Module: Familiarize yourself with the functionalities and configurations of the SAP Risk Management module, as this will help you understand how risk objects and key figures are managed.
  Key Figure Configuration: Review how key figures are defined and maintained in your SAP system, including any dependencies or restrictions that may apply.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to maintain the external base key figures as needed.