How To Fix FKKMA139 - Scheduling characteristic &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKMA - Messages for Master Agreement

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Scheduling characteristic &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKMA139 - Scheduling characteristic &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FKKMA139 indicates that a scheduling characteristic specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA) when the system is trying to process a transaction that requires a specific scheduling characteristic that has not been defined or is incorrectly referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Scheduling Characteristic: The scheduling characteristic that is being referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the scheduling characteristics may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that references the scheduling characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of configuration or data, the scheduling characteristic may not have been included or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the scheduling characteristic in question is defined. This can typically be found in the Customizing settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) > Basic Functions > Scheduling.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Scheduling Characteristic:
  
  If the scheduling characteristic does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that it is properly defined and activated in the system.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction that triggered the error for any incorrect entries or references to scheduling characteristics. Correct any mistakes found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up scheduling characteristics properly.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they have been properly activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the database table for scheduling characteristics.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Community forums such as SAP Community or Stack Overflow can be useful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.