How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_MSG280 - Cannot negotiate selected characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_MSG -

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Cannot negotiate selected characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG280 - Cannot negotiate selected characteristic ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_MSG280 Cannot negotiate selected characteristic typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related areas. This error indicates that there is an issue with the negotiation of characteristics during the execution of a report or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic that is being referenced in the report or transaction may not be defined in the system or may not be available in the current context.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristics, such as missing values or incorrect assignments.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the characteristics in the CO-PA or other relevant modules may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristics or the data associated with them.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Definitions: Verify that the characteristic in question is defined correctly in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Data Consistency: Check the data for any inconsistencies or missing values related to the characteristic. This may involve running reports or queries to identify any anomalies.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the configuration settings for the characteristics are correct. This may involve checking the settings in the CO-PA configuration or other relevant areas.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristics and the associated data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports) or KEB1 (for CO-PA characteristic settings).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.