How To Fix UCF9018 - Copy method &1 contains a source or target selection


UCF9018 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UCF9 - Messages for Balance Carryforward

  • Message number: 018

  • Message text: Copy method &1 contains a source or target selection

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  • What causes this issue?

    Copy method &V1& contains a source or target selection.

    System Response

    The copy method that contains a source or target selection is assigned
    to the balance carryforward task. With regards to balance carryforwards,
    this is an invalid restriction on the data to be processed because this
    does not ensure that all relevant data is carried forward to the new
    fiscal year.

    How to fix this error?

    Assign to the balance carryforward task a copy method that contains
    neither a source selection nor a target 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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF9018 - Copy method &1 contains a source or target selection ?
    The SAP error message UCF9018 indicates that there is an issue with the copy method you are trying to use in the context of the SAP Universal Configuration Framework (UCF). Specifically, the error states that the copy method contains a source or target selection, which is not allowed in certain contexts.
    
    Cause: The error typically arises when: The copy method you are trying to execute includes a selection criterion for either the source or target data. The system expects a direct copy without any filtering or selection criteria, which can lead to ambiguity in the data being copied.
    Solution: To resolve the UCF9018 error, you can take the following steps: Review the Copy Method: Check the definition of the copy method you are using. Ensure that it does not include any selection criteria for the source or target. If it does, you will need to modify the method to remove these selections. Modify the Configuration: If you have

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