How To Fix UCFE009 - Predefined fixed structure &1 has no characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFE - Messages for Data Entry Layouts

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Predefined fixed structure &1 has no characteristics

What causes this issue?

No characteristics are entered in the definition of the structure,
which should be selected with the help of this structure.

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?

Maintain the selection condition.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFE009 - Predefined fixed structure &1 has no characteristics ?

  The SAP error message UCFE009 indicates that a predefined fixed structure (often related to a characteristic or a data structure in SAP) does not have any characteristics defined for it. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse), SAP HANA, or other modules that utilize fixed structures for data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The predefined fixed structure is expected to have certain characteristics defined, but none are present.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or the structure definition.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the structure is derived may not be correctly set up or may not contain the necessary characteristics.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Structure Definition: Go to the relevant transaction (like RSA1 for BW) and check the definition of the fixed structure. Ensure that the necessary characteristics are defined.
  Add Characteristics: If characteristics are missing, you may need to add them to the fixed structure. This can usually be done in the modeling tools of SAP BW or the relevant module.
  Review Data Source: Ensure that the data source associated with the fixed structure is correctly configured and contains the necessary characteristics.
  Transport Check: If the structure was transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message UCFE009. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or other modeling tools specific to your SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.