How To Fix UCFE260 - Item &1 requires breakdowns by &2, but &2 is missing in the layout

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFE - Messages for Data Entry Layouts

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Item &1 requires breakdowns by &2, but &2 is missing in the layout

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& requires a breakdown by characteristic &V2&. However,
characteristic &V2& is missing in the layout.

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?

Add characteristic &V2& to the layout.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFE260 - Item &1 requires breakdowns by &2, but &2 is missing in the layout ?

  The SAP error message UCFE260 indicates that there is a requirement for a breakdown by a specific characteristic (denoted as &2) for a particular item (denoted as &1), but this characteristic is not included in the layout of the report or query you are trying to execute. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis where certain dimensions or characteristics are required for the data to be displayed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic in Layout: The layout you are using for the report does not include the required characteristic for the breakdown.
  Incorrect Configuration: The report or query may not be configured correctly to include all necessary fields.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure may have led to the requirement for additional characteristics that are not reflected in the current layout.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Modify the Layout:
  
  Go to the layout settings of the report or query.
  Add the missing characteristic (&2) to the layout.
  Save the changes and re-run the report.
  
  
  
  Check Report Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the report or query to ensure that all required fields and characteristics are included.
  If you are using a custom report, check the underlying logic to ensure it aligns with the data model.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the documentation for the specific report or query to understand the required characteristics and how to configure them properly.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Layouts:
  
  If available, try using a different layout that includes the required breakdowns to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to report layout management (e.g., GRR1 for report layout).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify report layouts and configurations.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on report creation and layout management in SAP to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the missing characteristic in the layout, you should be able to resolve the UCFE260 error and successfully generate the report or query you need.