How To Fix UCF7703 - Source selection for characteristic &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF7 - Messages for Flexible Upload

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Source selection for characteristic &1 is empty

What causes this issue?

A source selection is defined in the method. However, the selection for
source field &V1& is empty. This can occur, for instance, when you use a
complex selection that is dynamically evaluated (such as an attribute
selection or a hierarchy selection). Then, when the selection is
evaluated, under certain circumstances the selection cannot select
anything even though it found values during customizing.

System Response

No data is selected because of the empty source selection. The method
will not be executed any further.

How to fix this error?

In the Customizing settings, check field &V1& in the source selection
and adjust it if necessary. You can examine the selected values using
the test run when customizing the source selection.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF7703 - Source selection for characteristic &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message UCF7703, which states "Source selection for characteristic &1 is empty," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Universal Configuration Framework (UCF) or when dealing with characteristics in SAP's configuration scenarios. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid source selection for the specified characteristic, which can hinder the configuration process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Assignment: The characteristic in question does not have a source assigned to it. This can happen if the configuration settings were not properly defined or if the source assignment was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration model may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of valid sources for the characteristic.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that prevent the system from identifying a valid source.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the source assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Assignment: Go to the configuration settings for the characteristic and ensure that a valid source is assigned. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., CU01, CU02) and checking the source assignments.
  Review Configuration Model: Ensure that the configuration model is correctly set up and that all necessary characteristics have valid sources assigned.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the configuration data to identify any discrepancies or missing assignments.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the configuration settings. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration of characteristics and source assignments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU01 (Create Configuration Profile), CU02 (Change Configuration Profile), and CU03 (Display Configuration Profile) to manage characteristics and their sources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional help and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCF7703 error and ensure that the characteristic has a valid source selection.