How To Fix FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE002 - Enter source characteristic &1, &2, or &3 for scenario &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE - Central Finance Message Class

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter source characteristic &1, &2, or &3 for scenario &4

What causes this issue?

Validation failed as the mandatory source characteristic &V1&, &V2&, or
&V3& is missing for the scenario &V4&.

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?

Enter the missing characteristics for the source object used in your
scenario.
The central object category is <LS>Product Cost Collector</>, so at
least one of the following characteristics must be entered in the source
object:
Possible characteristics for this object category include:
Production version
The characteristic for production version is <LB>VERID</>.
Planning plant
The characteristic for planning plant is <LB>PWERK</>.
BOM/routing
The characteristics for BOM/routing are <LB>STLAN</>, <LB>STLAL</>,
<LB>PLNTY</>, <LB>PLNNR</>, and <LB>PLNAL</>. If you choose to enter the
characteristics for BOM/routing, you must enter all 5 of these
characteristics.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE002 - Enter source characteristic &1, &2, or &3 for scenario &4 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE002 typically occurs in the context of SAP Central Finance (CFIN) when there is an issue with the source characteristics that are required for a specific scenario. This error indicates that the system expects you to enter a source characteristic (like a cost center, internal order, or profit center) for the specified scenario, but it is missing or not provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Characteristics: The error is triggered when the required source characteristics (like cost center, internal order, or profit center) are not provided in the configuration or during the data entry process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the Central Finance scenario may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the necessary source characteristics.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with the mapping of source data to the target system, causing the required characteristics to be unavailable.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the required source characteristics are provided in the transaction or data entry screen where the error occurs. Make sure that you are entering valid values for the required fields.
  Review Configuration: Go to the Central Finance configuration settings and verify that the source characteristics are correctly defined for the scenario you are working with. This may involve checking the mapping settings and ensuring that all necessary fields are included.
  Data Mapping: If you are using data migration tools or interfaces, check the mapping of source data to ensure that the required characteristics are being transferred correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Central Finance to understand the specific requirements for the scenario you are working with. This can provide insights into what characteristics are needed.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the characteristics are being lost or not recognized.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to Central Finance, such as CFIN transaction codes for configuration and monitoring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.