How To Fix UACE006 - Type definition is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UACE - Costing Engine

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Type definition is incomplete

What causes this issue?

You attempted to import one or several types into the data basis for
which no corresponding type exists in the data basis.

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?

Make sure that for all the types you want to import, a corresponding
type exists in the data basis. You define the types of a data basis in
the IMG activity 'Maintain Costing Structures for Data Basis'.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UACE006 - Type definition is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message UACE006, which states "Type definition is incomplete," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with data types in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a data type that is being used in your program or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Type Definition: The data type being referenced may not be fully defined. This can happen if a structure or table type is declared but not fully specified.
  Missing Components: If a structure is defined but lacks certain components or fields, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Type Usage: Using a type that has not been properly declared or is not accessible in the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the type was recently transported from another system and the transport did not complete successfully, it may lead to incomplete definitions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Type Definitions: Review the data type definitions in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11). Ensure that all necessary components are defined and that the type is complete.
  Recreate or Adjust Types: If a type is incomplete, you may need to recreate it or adjust its definition to include all required fields.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that any dependent types or structures are also defined correctly. Sometimes, a type may rely on another type that is not fully defined.
  Activate Objects: If you have made changes to the type definitions, make sure to activate them in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during runtime, use the ABAP debugger to trace where the error is being triggered and inspect the data types being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data types and structures in ABAP.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.