How To Fix UJV_EXCEPTION004 - Dimension &1 not assigned as driver dimension

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJV_EXCEPTION - BPC: Validations Message Class

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Dimension &1 not assigned as driver dimension

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJV_EXCEPTION004 - Dimension &1 not assigned as driver dimension ?

  The SAP error message UJV_EXCEPTION004 indicates that a specific dimension (denoted as &1) is not assigned as a driver dimension in the context of a planning or budgeting application, typically within SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) or SAP Analytics Cloud.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  A dimension that is expected to drive calculations or allocations in a planning model is not set up correctly.
  The dimension in question is not marked as a driver dimension in the model configuration.
  There may be a mismatch in the configuration settings or the data model setup.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UJV_EXCEPTION004 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dimension Settings:
  
  Go to the model configuration in your SAP BPC or SAP Analytics Cloud.
  Verify that the dimension indicated in the error message is indeed configured as a driver dimension. 
  
  
  
  Assign Driver Dimension:
  
  If the dimension is not assigned as a driver, you will need to modify the model settings to include it as a driver dimension.
  This can typically be done in the model's dimension settings or properties.
  
  
  
  Review Calculation Logic:
  
  Ensure that any calculations or allocations that reference this dimension are correctly set up to use it as a driver.
  Check any scripts or formulas that may be using this dimension to ensure they are correctly referencing it.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run the planning or budgeting process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of BPC or Analytics Cloud for detailed instructions on managing dimensions and driver settings.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Driver Dimensions: In planning applications, driver dimensions are critical as they determine how data flows and is calculated. They often represent key business drivers such as time, product, or geography.
  SAP BPC: Business Planning and Consolidation is a tool used for financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
  SAP Analytics Cloud: A cloud-based solution that combines business intelligence, planning, and predictive analytics.
  
  By ensuring that the dimension is correctly configured as a driver, you should be able to resolve the UJV_EXCEPTION004 error and proceed with your planning activities.