How To Fix /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS108 - Enter a valid characteristic; &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Enter a valid characteristic; &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS108 - Enter a valid characteristic; &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS108 Enter a valid characteristic; &1 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related functionalities.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the characteristic you are trying to use is not recognized as valid in the current context. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic: The characteristic you entered does not exist in the system or is not defined in the relevant configuration.
  Inactive Characteristic: The characteristic may exist but is not active or has been deactivated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the characteristics in the relevant application area (e.g., CO-PA).
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the characteristic name or code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Characteristic: Check the characteristic you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Check Activation: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the characteristic is active. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the relevant application area (e.g., CO-PA) to ensure that the characteristic is properly defined and configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the characteristic and its usage.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to CO-PA or characteristics configuration, such as KEA0 (for CO-PA configuration).
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.