How To Fix /SRMSMC/FND_CMN_UI012 - Assign a valid DDIC domain to the dropdown box

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/FND_CMN_UI -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Assign a valid DDIC domain to the dropdown box

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_CMN_UI012 - Assign a valid DDIC domain to the dropdown box ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_CMN_UI012 Assign a valid DDIC domain to the dropdown box typically occurs in the context of SAP SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) when there is an issue with the configuration of a dropdown box in a user interface. This error indicates that the dropdown box is not properly linked to a valid Data Dictionary (DDIC) domain, which is necessary for it to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect DDIC Domain: The dropdown box is configured to use a DDIC domain that does not exist or is incorrectly specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the UI component where the dropdown is defined.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that led to the loss of the DDIC domain assignment.
  Development Errors: Custom developments or modifications may have introduced errors in the UI configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DDIC Domain:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the domain that is supposed to be assigned to the dropdown box exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the UI configuration.
  
  
  
  Review UI Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or the relevant transaction for your UI component to check the configuration of the dropdown box.
  Ensure that the dropdown is correctly linked to a valid DDIC domain.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Dropdown Box:
  
  If you have access to the configuration, you can modify the dropdown box settings to point to a valid DDIC domain.
  Make sure that the field type and domain are compatible.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong.
  You may need to re-transport the configuration or manually adjust it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SRM you are using for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the dropdown box to ensure that it is functioning correctly and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message or similar issues. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you have access to SAP support, consider opening a support ticket for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the dropdown box is properly configured in your SAP SRM system.