How To Fix EK220 - Statistics key &1 not permissible here!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Statistics key &1 not permissible here!

What causes this issue?

Certain rules apply for the assignment of statistics keys:
Interest documents 'G'
Dunning charges 'G'
Downpayment requests 'A'

System Response

Processing is canceled because the statistics key you have specified
does not correspond to these rules.

How to fix this error?

Change the statistics key accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK220 - Statistics key &1 not permissible here! ?

  The SAP error message EK220, which states "Statistics key &1 not permissible here," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when there is an issue with the statistics key being used.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Statistics Key: The statistics key specified in the document is not valid for the context in which it is being used. This could be due to the key not being defined in the system or not being applicable for the specific document type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the use of the specified statistics key for the particular transaction or document type.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not have the appropriate settings or may not be aligned with the statistics key being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Statistics Key: Verify that the statistics key you are trying to use is valid and correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration for the document type you are working with allows the use of the specified statistics key. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) under the relevant purchasing or materials management sections.
  Update Master Data: If the statistics key is related to a specific material or vendor, check the master data for that material or vendor to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the statistics key is applicable.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific statistics key and its permissible uses.
  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: You may want to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check the details of the purchase documents.
  Customizing Path: The customizing path for checking statistics keys is usually found under:
  
  SPRO ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Purchase Order ? Define Statistics Key
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or short dumps (if any) for additional context on the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EK220 error and implement a solution.