How To Fix COM_DIFF_KEY105 - Description missing for key type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DIFF_KEY - Messages for Differentiation Key

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Description missing for key type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DIFF_KEY105 - Description missing for key type & ?

  The SAP error message COM_DIFF_KEY105 typically indicates that there is a missing description for a key type in the system. This error often arises in the context of configuration or master data management, particularly when dealing with characteristics or key figures in SAP's Controlling (CO) or other modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Description: The primary cause of this error is that a key type (such as a characteristic or key figure) does not have an associated description in the system. This can happen if the key type was created but not fully configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that store descriptions for key types.
  Configuration Issues: If the system was recently configured or upgraded, there may be missing entries due to incomplete migration or setup processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for the key type in question.
  Ensure that all required fields, including descriptions, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Descriptions:
  
  If you identify that a description is missing, you can add it by going to the appropriate transaction (e.g., CT04 for characteristics) and entering the missing description for the key type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any other missing descriptions or inconsistencies in the data.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the relevant database tables for missing entries.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required for configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 (Maintain Characteristics), CT03 (Display Characteristics), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to COM_DIFF_KEY105 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_DIFF_KEY105 error and ensure that all key types in your SAP system are properly configured with the necessary descriptions.