How To Fix K/202 - Also include the characteristic & (CO-PA &) as source field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K/ -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Also include the characteristic & (CO-PA &) as source field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K/202 - Also include the characteristic & (CO-PA &) as source field ?

  The SAP error message K/202 typically relates to issues in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) area. This error message indicates that there is a problem with the assignment of a characteristic in the CO-PA data.
  Cause of Error K/202
  The error K/202 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic that is being referenced in the CO-PA document is not defined or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Assignment: The characteristic may not be correctly assigned to the relevant CO-PA structure or may not be compatible with the data being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being posted, such as missing values for required fields or incorrect data types.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for CO-PA may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to post or analyze data.
  
  Solution to Error K/202
  To resolve the K/202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the CO-PA configuration settings and verify that all required characteristics are defined and correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the characteristic in question is included in the relevant CO-PA structure.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Check the data entries for the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that all required fields are filled in and that the data types are correct.
  Look for any missing or incorrect values that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Analyze the CO-PA Structure:
  
  Review the CO-PA structure to ensure that it aligns with the characteristics being used. Make sure that the characteristic is part of the structure and is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the K/202 error and related characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the posting again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Characteristic: In CO-PA, characteristics are attributes that define the data being analyzed, such as product, region, customer, etc. Each characteristic can have specific values that are used in profitability analysis.
  Source Field: The source field for this error is typically related to the characteristic that is causing the issue. It is important to identify which characteristic is involved in the error message to address the problem effectively.
  
  Conclusion
  The K/202 error in SAP CO-PA indicates a problem with characteristic assignment or configuration. By checking the configuration, reviewing data entries, and ensuring that all required characteristics are correctly set up, you can resolve this error and continue with your profitability analysis tasks. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.