How To Fix SIC_NORM_ENGINE082 - Attribute normalizing rule / call number does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_NORM_ENGINE - Messages from normalization engine

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Attribute normalizing rule / call number does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE082 - Attribute normalizing rule / call number does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE082 indicates that there is an issue with an attribute normalizing rule or a call number that does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's normalization engine, which is used for data processing and transformation tasks, particularly in the areas of data quality and master data management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Normalizing Rule: The specific normalizing rule that is being referenced in the process does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration error or the rule not being created.
  Incorrect Call Number: The call number being used to reference the normalizing rule is incorrect or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the normalizing rules were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing or incomplete data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the normalizing rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Normalizing Rules: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF (for the normalization engine) and check if the normalizing rule exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  If you have the rule, ensure that it is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Call Number: 
  
  Ensure that the call number being used in the process is correct. You may need to check the configuration or the code that is calling the normalizing rule.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the normalizing rules were transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the rules or manually create them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the normalizing rules. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the normalization engine for any specific guidance or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SICF (for normalization rules) and SICN (for normalization engine configuration).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the normalization engine and the specific error message for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on the normalization engine and its configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE082.