How To Fix UJCTRL_EXCEPTION166 - Fail to get detail information for control &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJCTRL_EXCEPTION - BPC: control exception message class

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Fail to get detail information for control &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJCTRL_EXCEPTION166 - Fail to get detail information for control &1 ?

  The SAP error message UJCTRL_EXCEPTION166 with the description "Fail to get detail information for control &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Universal Journal (also known as the Universal Journal Entry or ACDOCA) when there is an issue retrieving detailed information for a specific control object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The control object referenced by &1 may not have the necessary data in the database, leading to the failure in fetching details.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access the control object or the related data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system related to the control object or the Universal Journal setup.
  System Bugs or Inconsistencies: There could be bugs in the SAP system or inconsistencies in the data that prevent the retrieval of information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the control object exists and that the necessary data is present in the database. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., ACDOCA) for the control object.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the control object and related data.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the Universal Journal and the specific control object. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  System Logs and Traces: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) and traces to identify any underlying issues that may not be immediately apparent.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. If necessary, consider opening a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check table structures or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore related objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on the Universal Journal and related control objects for more context on how they function and how to troubleshoot issues.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the UJCTRL_EXCEPTION166 error message.