How To Fix K6103 - Characteristic '&1' requires '&2' (in lead column or gen. data selection)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Characteristic '&1' requires '&2' (in lead column or gen. data selection)

What causes this issue?

You have set the characteric '&V1&' in the lead column. The
characteristic '&V1&' is attached to characteristic '&V2&'.

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

How to fix this error?

The characteristic '&V2&' must be specified in the layout. Qualify it in
the general selections, or define a further lead column with this
characteristic. (Menu path: 'Edit --> Columns
--> New lead column')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6103 - Characteristic '&1' requires '&2' (in lead column or gen. data selection) ?

  The SAP error message K6103 indicates that a characteristic in a report or selection screen requires a specific value or condition to be met in order to proceed. This error typically arises in the context of CO (Controlling) reports or when working with characteristics in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other controlling-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error message K6103 occurs when:
  
  A characteristic (denoted as &1) is being used in a report or selection criteria, but it requires a specific value or condition (denoted as &2) to be defined in the lead column or general data selection.
  This often happens when the characteristic is not properly set up in the report or when the necessary filters or selections are not applied.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6103 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Review the characteristics being used in your report or selection criteria. Ensure that the required values or conditions are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  Modify the selection criteria to include the necessary values for the characteristic. This may involve adding filters or adjusting the lead column settings.
  
  
  
  Review Report Configuration:
  
  If you are using a custom report, check the configuration settings for the report. Ensure that all required characteristics and their dependencies are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics in question. This can provide insights into what values are required.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Values:
  
  If possible, test the report with different values for the characteristic to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific data.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CO, such as KOB1 (Order Information System), KE30 (Report Painter), or others that may be relevant to your report.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message K6103, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing additional insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the K6103 error and implement a solution to resolve it.