How To Fix J2685 - &4 Choose a selection characteristic with data element PRCTR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

• Message number: 685

• Message text: &4 Choose a selection characteristic with data element PRCTR

What causes this issue?

You entered selection characteristic &V1&. It does not have the
required data element PRCTR, or is not assigned to the current
operating concern &V2&.

System Response

The characteristic you entered cannot be accepted.

How to fix this error?

Choose a selection characteristic with data element PRCTR, which is
assigned to the current operating concern. You can view acceptable
values by pressing the F4 key.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2685 - &4 Choose a selection characteristic with data element PRCTR ?

  The SAP error message J2685 &4, which states "Choose a selection characteristic with data element PRCTR," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis where a selection characteristic is expected to be defined, but the system is unable to find a valid characteristic associated with the data element PRCTR (Profit Center).
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The error often arises when the selection criteria in a report or query do not include a valid characteristic that is linked to the Profit Center (PRCTR) data element.
  Data Element Issues: The data element PRCTR may not be properly defined in the context of the report or query you are trying to execute.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Profit Center data, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria in your report or query include a valid characteristic that is associated with the PRCTR data element. You may need to modify the report or query to include this characteristic.
  Review Configuration: If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration of the report or query to ensure that it is set up correctly to use the Profit Center as a selection characteristic.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to access Profit Center data. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the report or transaction you are using. There may be additional configuration steps or prerequisites that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Profit Center Accounting: Understanding how Profit Center Accounting works in SAP can provide insights into how to properly configure and use PRCTR in reports.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., KE30 for Profitability Analysis reports) that may help you navigate to the correct settings or reports.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support channels for additional assistance from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and troubleshooting.