How To Fix J5231 - Char. derivation (analysis structure &): No valid sequence; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Char. derivation (analysis structure &): No valid sequence; see long text

What causes this issue?

If you assigned an operating concern to an analysis structure and want
the system to derive both of them, then you have to enter a permitted
value in the field "sequence" in the settings for characteristic
derivation.
Permitted values are:
"1" - before derivation in the analysis structure
"2" - after derivation in the analysis structure
Although you have entered an operating concern for the specified
analysis structure, you have not entered a sequence, or your entry is
invalid.

System Response

The analysis structure cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid sequence or delete the operating concern assignment.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5231 - Char. derivation (analysis structure &): No valid sequence; see long text ?

  The SAP error message J5231, which states "Char. derivation (analysis structure &): No valid sequence; see long text," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the characteristic derivation sequence for the analysis structure you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Derivation Sequence: The error usually arises when the system cannot find a valid sequence for deriving characteristics in the analysis structure. This could be due to:
  
  The derivation sequence not being defined.
  The sequence being incorrectly configured or incomplete.
  The characteristics required for the derivation not being available or not properly set up.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the characteristics or the analysis structure itself, leading to the inability to derive the necessary values.
  
  
  Data Issues: If the data being processed does not meet the criteria set in the derivation rules, it can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Derivation Sequence:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module.
  Navigate to the characteristic derivation settings and verify that the derivation sequence is correctly defined for the analysis structure in question.
  
  
  
  Review Analysis Structure:
  
  Ensure that the analysis structure is correctly set up and that all necessary characteristics are included.
  Check if the characteristics that are supposed to be derived are correctly defined and available in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the characteristics and ensure that they are properly linked to the analysis structure.
  Make sure that all required characteristics are activated and that there are no missing links in the derivation logic.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  If possible, run a test with sample data to see if the issue persists. This can help identify if the problem is data-related.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on characteristic derivation and analysis structures.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KEA0 (for CO-PA configuration) or KEU5 (for characteristic derivation) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community forums can also be a valuable resource for finding solutions to similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the J5231 error in your SAP system.