How To Fix FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE010 - Enter central 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: 010

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

What causes this issue?

Validation failed as the mandatory central 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 central characteristic for the central 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 central
object:
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, STLAL, PLNTY, 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_MESSAGE010 - Enter central characteristic &1, &2, or &3 for scenario &4 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE010 typically occurs in the context of Central Finance (CFIN) when certain required central characteristics are not provided for a specific scenario. This error indicates that the system expects you to enter one of the central characteristics (like company code, controlling area, or other relevant identifiers) for the specified scenario.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to execute a transaction or process in Central Finance without providing the necessary central characteristics.
  The system requires specific identifiers to process the data correctly, and these identifiers are missing or not correctly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered the required central characteristics (like company code, controlling area, etc.) in the relevant fields of the transaction or process you are executing.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings in the Central Finance setup. Make sure that the central characteristics are correctly defined and mapped in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to Central Finance for specific details on the required fields for the scenario you are working with.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: If you are using specific transaction codes, ensure that you are using them correctly and that all mandatory fields are filled out.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the required fields.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the missing characteristics are not being captured.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Central Finance (CFIN): Central Finance is a solution that allows organizations to consolidate financial data from multiple SAP and non-SAP systems into a single central system.
  Central Characteristics: These are key identifiers that help in the classification and processing of financial data in Central Finance scenarios.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If you continue to experience difficulties, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Central Finance.