How To Fix CE087 - Data for characteristic & is taken from &

CE087 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Data for characteristic & is taken from &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE087 - Data for characteristic & is taken from & ?

  The SAP error message CE087 typically indicates that there is an issue with the data being used for a characteristic in a cost object, such as a cost center or internal order. This message usually arises in the context of controlling (CO) and can occur during various processes, such as when trying to post costs or when running reports.
  
  Cause:
  The error message CE087 is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic data required for the cost object is not available or is incomplete. This could be due to missing entries in the master data tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the controlling area or the cost object may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with data transfer from other modules (like MM or SD) to CO, resulting in missing or incorrect data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the