How To Fix CM_EXPERT325 - Fact type &1 and record type &2 are not compatible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EXPERT - Messages for Expert

• Message number: 325

• Message text: Fact type &1 and record type &2 are not compatible

What causes this issue?

Facts of the specified type (for example, facts to which identifiers or
references were assigned) cannot be assigned to a record.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EHS_25A_EXPERT01 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EXPERT325 - Fact type &1 and record type &2 are not compatible ?

  The SAP error message CM_EXPERT325 indicates that there is an incompatibility between the fact type and the record type in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the context of the SAP Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related areas where fact and record types are used.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incompatible Data Types: The fact type and record type being used in a transaction or report do not match in terms of their expected data structure or characteristics. For example, a fact type may expect a certain kind of data (like a numeric value) while the record type may be set up to handle a different kind of data (like a text string).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings of the fact types and record types in the system. This could be due to changes made in the configuration that have not been properly aligned.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or selection of incompatible types during the transaction can lead to this error.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be properly aligned with the standard configurations, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for both the fact type and record type in the SAP system. Ensure that they are compatible and correctly set up. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant Controlling or CO-PA settings.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being entered or processed. Ensure that the fact type and record type being used are appropriate for the data being handled.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the fact type and record type definitions and their compatibility.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction or report to identify where the incompatibility arises. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on compatibility issues.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fact Types: In SAP CO-PA, fact types are used to define the characteristics of the data that is being analyzed, such as revenue, costs, or quantities.
  Record Types: Record types define how data is stored and processed in the system, including the structure and format of the data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (Report Painter) or KE24 (Display Line Items) that may be involved in the analysis of the data.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the data types are compatible, you should be able to resolve the CM_EXPERT325 error.