How To Fix K/701 - Select no more than six characteristics as selection characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K/ -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Select no more than six characteristics as selection characteristics

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K/701 - Select no more than six characteristics as selection characteristics ?

  The SAP error message K/701 ("Select no more than six characteristics as selection characteristics") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that involves selecting characteristics for analysis, such as in Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other reporting tools.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system has a limitation on the number of characteristics that can be selected for a report or analysis. In this case, you are attempting to select more than six characteristics, which exceeds the allowed limit.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Characteristics: Review the characteristics you have selected and reduce the number to six or fewer. Focus on the most relevant characteristics for your analysis.
  
  
  Combine Characteristics: If possible, consider combining some characteristics into a single one if they are related or can be grouped logically.
  
  
  Use Hierarchies: If applicable, use hierarchies to represent multiple characteristics in a more condensed form.
  
  
  Create Variants: If you need to analyze different sets of characteristics, consider creating different variants of the report, each with a different selection of characteristics.
  
  
  Check Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the limitations and best practices.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you believe that your requirements cannot be met within the limitations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance or potential workarounds.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to CO-PA, such as KE30 (Report Painter) or KE24 (Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this limitation or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits or Enhancements: In some cases, custom development or enhancements may be necessary to accommodate specific reporting needs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K/701 error and successfully execute your report or analysis in SAP.