How To Fix UCM0034 - First execution of the consolidation workbench

UCM0034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM0 - Messages for Data Basis, Cons Area, ...

• Message number: 034

• Message text: First execution of the consolidation workbench

What causes this issue?

You started the consolidation workbench for the very first time and/or
you have not yet selected a consolidation area.

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?

You have the following options:
You want to work in one of the existing consolidation areas.
In this case, select an existing consolidation area from the list of
possible entries and choose <PF>Continue</>.
You want to create a new consolidation area, or no consolidation areas
exist yet and you want to create one.
In this case, choose <PF>Continue Without Consolidation Area</>.
You do not want to run the consolidation workbench at this time.
In this case, choose <PF>Cancel</>. You will be returned to the screen
in which you were when you called up the workbench.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

UCM0034 - Details

• The SAP error message UCM0034, which states "First execution of the consolidation workbench," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Consolidation module, particularly when you are trying to execute a consolidation process for the first time. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Initial Setup Not Completed: The error often indicates that the initial setup for the consolidation workbench has not been completed. This includes configuration settings, master data, and other prerequisites that need to be in place before the first execution.
  
  
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the system that is required for the consolidation process to run successfully.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The consolidation workbench may not be properly configured, leading to issues when attempting to execute it for the first time.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the consolidation may not have the necessary authorizations to