How To Fix UPF1005 - No historical values exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPF1 - Messages SEM-BPS Forecast

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No historical values exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPF1005 - No historical values exist ?

  The SAP error message UPF1005 "No historical values exist" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when users attempt to access historical data that is not available in the system. This can happen in various modules, particularly in the context of SAP SuccessFactors or other SAP applications that deal with employee data, performance management, or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Data Not Loaded: Historical data may not have been loaded into the system. This can happen if the data migration process was incomplete or if the relevant data was not extracted from the source system.
  Data Deletion: Historical records may have been deleted due to data retention policies or manual deletions.
  Incorrect Filters: The filters or selection criteria used to retrieve historical data may be too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent historical data from being displayed or accessed.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view historical data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if the historical data exists in the system. This can be done by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view historical records.
  Data Migration: If historical data is missing, ensure that the data migration process was completed successfully. You may need to re-run the data migration or load the data from the source system.
  Review Filters: Check the filters or selection criteria being used to access the historical data. Adjust them to ensure they are not too restrictive.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to historical data in the relevant module. Ensure that the settings allow for the display of historical records.
  User Permissions: Confirm that the user has the appropriate permissions to access historical data. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the necessary access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific module you are working with for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the UPF1005 error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you view historical data, such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or other relevant transaction codes based on your module.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.