How To Fix K/591 - CO-PA Derivation: Variant configuration characteristic & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K/ -

• Message number: 591

• Message text: CO-PA Derivation: Variant configuration characteristic & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K/591 - CO-PA Derivation: Variant configuration characteristic & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message K/591, which states "CO-PA Derivation: Variant configuration characteristic & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of CO-PA (Controlling-Profitability Analysis) when there is an issue with the derivation of characteristics in the context of variant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Characteristic: The error indicates that a characteristic required for the CO-PA derivation is missing. This could be due to:
  
  The characteristic not being defined in the system.
  The characteristic not being assigned to the relevant configuration profile.
  The characteristic being incorrectly spelled or referenced in the derivation strategy.
  
  
  
  Configuration Profile Issues: If the configuration profile does not include the necessary characteristics or if the characteristics are not properly linked to the material or product, this error can occur.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or product may not be set up correctly, leading to missing characteristics in the CO-PA derivation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 to check if the characteristic exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Use transaction code CU01 to check the configuration profile for the material.
  Ensure that the required characteristics are included in the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to review the material master data.
  Ensure that the material is correctly configured and that all necessary characteristics are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Derivation Strategy:
  
  Check the derivation strategy in CO-PA to ensure that it is correctly set up to use the required characteristics.
  Use transaction code KE4I to review and adjust the derivation strategy if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test to see if the error persists. You can do this by creating a new sales order or running a CO-PA report that uses the affected characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance
  CU01: Configuration profile maintenance
  MM03: Material master display
  KE4I: CO-PA derivation strategy
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on CO-PA and variant configuration. This can provide insights into how characteristics are used in profitability analysis.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.