How To Fix T8002 - Evaluation type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T8 - Analysis system evaluations

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Evaluation type & not defined

What causes this issue?

The evaluation type &V1& is not defined in Customizing.

System Response

The function cannot be executed as the evaluation type is an elementary
part of evaluation.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the evaluation type in Customizing of your client or select
another evaluation type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T8002 - Evaluation type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message T8002, which states "Evaluation type & not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other evaluation-related functionalities. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a definition for the specified evaluation type, which is necessary for processing certain reports or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The evaluation type may not have been defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration settings for the relevant module (like CO-PA) have not been completed.
  Incorrect Evaluation Type: The evaluation type being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain evaluation types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Define Evaluation Types).
  Ensure that the evaluation type in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Evaluation Type:
  
  Double-check the evaluation type you are using in your transaction or report. Make sure it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the evaluation type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually create the evaluation type in the target system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the evaluation type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the specific evaluation type and its usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KEDR (for CO-PA) or KE30 (for CO-PA reports) to check the settings and reports related to evaluation types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for T8002 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO module consultant for further assistance.