How To Fix UCF6686 - Method &1 no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF6 - Messages for Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Method &1 no longer exists

What causes this issue?

Method &V1& is used in the assignment of consolidation of investments
methods to the consolidation units. However, this method no longer
exists in the master data.

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?

Either change the method assignment or define master data for method
&V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF6686 - Method &1 no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message UCF6686, which states "Method &1 no longer exists," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) or enhancement spots. This error indicates that the system is trying to call a method that has been removed or is no longer available in the specified class or interface.
  Causes:
  
  Method Deletion: The method you are trying to call has been deleted from the class or interface.
  Incorrect Class/Interface: The method may exist in a different class or interface than the one you are referencing.
  Version Mismatch: If you are working with a custom implementation or an upgrade, the method may have been removed or renamed in the new version.
  Transport Issues: If the code was transported from one system to another, the method might not exist in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Method Existence: Verify if the method still exists in the class or interface you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the class/interface in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE24).
  Update Code: If the method has been removed or renamed, update your code to use the correct method or an alternative approach.
  Check for Enhancements: If you are using a BAdI or enhancement, ensure that the implementation is active and that the method is correctly defined in the implementation.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport included all necessary objects and that they were imported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If the method was part of a standard SAP package, check the release notes or documentation for any changes related to that method in the version you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE24 (Class Builder) to investigate the class or interface.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, you can use the debugger to trace the execution and identify the exact point of failure.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide guidance on changes in method availability.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCF6686 error and implement a suitable solution.