How To Fix SIC_NORM_ENGINE104 - Variable &1 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_NORM_ENGINE - Messages from normalization engine

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Variable &1 not defined

What causes this issue?

Variable &V1& specified in the variable assignment for the condition
type is not defined.

System Response

The conditional rule is not consistent and cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Correct the conditional rule.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE104 - Variable &1 not defined ?

  The SAP error message "SIC_NORM_ENGINE104 Variable &1 not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP's normalization engine, which is used for data processing and transformation tasks. This error indicates that a variable referenced in a normalization rule or process is not defined or recognized in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Variable: The variable referenced in the normalization rule is not defined in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the variable may not have been created or activated.
  Missing Configuration: The normalization engine may not have the necessary configuration or settings to recognize the variable.
  Transport Issues: If the normalization rules were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing definitions.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the normalization engine or related components may not be compatible with the definitions being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SICN for normalization rules) and verify that the variable is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the variable name matches exactly, including case sensitivity.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Variable:
  
  If the variable is not defined, create it in the normalization engine.
  If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Normalization Rules:
  
  Check the normalization rules that reference the variable. Ensure that they are correctly configured and that all required variables are defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the normalization rules or variables.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on defining and using variables in the normalization engine.
  
  
  
  System Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the version of the normalization engine and any related components are compatible with the definitions being used.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SICN (Normalization Rules) and SICN_VAR (Variable Management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the normalization engine and variable definitions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details of the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the "Variable &1 not defined" error in SAP.