How To Fix CACSPSCONFIG126 - Structure for characteristic combinations is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSPSCONFIG - ICM: Partnerships, Configuration

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Structure for characteristic combinations is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred while the structure for the characteristic
combinations was being processed.

System Response

The transaction for processing the characteristic combinations is
terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator for an analysis and solution of the
problem.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the data structures used in basic determination in the
<ZK>Partnerships</> area. See the settings in Customizing for
<ZK>Incentive and Commission Management</> under <ZK>Application
Administration</> -> <ZK>Design Adjustment of Commission Application</>
-> <ZK>Commission Application Construction</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSPSCONFIG126 - Structure for characteristic combinations is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message CACSPSCONFIG126, which states "Structure for characteristic combinations is inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar configuration areas where characteristic combinations are defined for reporting or analysis purposes.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The characteristic combinations defined in the system may not align with the expected structure. This can happen if certain characteristics are missing or if there are discrepancies in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Missing Characteristics: If a characteristic that is supposed to be part of a combination is not defined or is incorrectly configured, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are issues with the underlying data, such as missing entries or incorrect values, it can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Changes in Configuration: If recent changes were made to the characteristic combinations or the underlying data structure without proper adjustments, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CACSPSCONFIG126 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the characteristic combinations in the relevant module (e.g., CO-PA).
  Ensure that all required characteristics are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Characteristic Combinations:
  
  Use transaction codes like KEDR (for CO-PA) to check the characteristic combinations and ensure they are consistent.
  Look for any missing or incorrectly defined characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Recent Changes:
  
  If the error started occurring after recent changes, review those changes to identify any potential misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the underlying data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to characteristic combinations and configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  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 KEDR, KE4S, or KOB1 for analyzing and managing characteristic combinations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the CACSPSCONFIG126 error.