How To Fix KX049 - No information from field catalog

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 049

• Message text: No information from field catalog

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the generation of the aspect structures.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX049 - No information from field catalog ?

  The SAP error message KX049 ("No information from field catalog") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires data from the field catalog, but the system cannot retrieve the necessary information. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Field Catalog Configuration: The field catalog may not be properly configured for the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Data Availability: The data that the report or transaction is trying to access may not be available or may not exist in the system.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Catalog Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the field catalog is correctly set up for the report or transaction you are using. This may involve checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or CO module team to verify the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the required data. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Data Availability:
  
  Ensure that the data you are trying to access is available in the system. You can do this by running other reports or transactions that access similar data to see if they work.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking for any technical issues in the system. This may involve looking at system logs, database connections, or other technical aspects.
  You may also want to consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system errors or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes related to the KX049 error that provide additional guidance or patches.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to CO, such as KSB1 (Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Order Line Items), etc.
  SAP Community: You can also check the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KX049 error and implement a solution.