How To Fix KY457 - No attributes available for selected field

KY457 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 457

• Message text: No attributes available for selected field

What causes this issue?

There can be two reasons why no attributes were found for the selected
field. Either you have not selected a characteristic, or you have
selected one for which no attributes have been created.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

In the first case you should reposition the cursor.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY457 - No attributes available for selected field ?

  The SAP error message KY457 ("No attributes available for selected field") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to analyze or report on a characteristic that does not have any attributes assigned to it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using reports, queries, or when working with the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Attributes: The characteristic you are trying to use does not have any attributes defined in the system. Attributes are additional fields that provide more information about a characteristic.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the InfoObject or characteristic may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of attributes.
  Data Source Issues: If you are pulling data from a data source that does not have the necessary attributes, this error can occur.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the attributes associated with the characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
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