How To Fix K6106 - Characteristic '&1' requires '&2' (specify in general 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: 106

• Message text: Characteristic '&1' requires '&2' (specify in general data selection)

What causes this issue?

You have chosen charcteristic '&V1&' in a row or column. The
characteristic '&V1&' is attached to characteristic '&V2&'.

How to fix this error?

The characteristic'&V2&' must be set in the general selections.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6106 - Characteristic '&1' requires '&2' (specify in general data selection) ?

  The SAP error message K6106 indicates that a characteristic in a report or selection screen requires a specific value or input that has not been provided. This error typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis in SAP, particularly when working with characteristics in the Controlling (CO) module or when using the Report Painter/Writer.
  Cause:
  The error message K6106 is triggered when:
  
  A characteristic (e.g., a cost center, profit center, or any other dimension) is expected to have a specific value or set of values defined in the general data selection, but this value has not been specified.
  The report or selection criteria are incomplete, leading to the system not being able to process the request due to missing mandatory fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6106 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Selection Criteria:
  
  Go to the report or transaction where the error occurred.
  Review the selection criteria to ensure that all required fields are filled in. Pay special attention to the characteristic mentioned in the error message (&1) and ensure that the required value (&2) is specified.
  
  
  
  Specify Values for Characteristics:
  
  If the characteristic requires a specific value, make sure to enter it in the selection screen. This may involve selecting a specific cost center, profit center, or other relevant dimensions.
  
  
  
  Review Report Configuration:
  
  If you are using a custom report or a report created with Report Painter/Writer, check the configuration of the report to ensure that all necessary characteristics and their dependencies are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which values are required for the characteristic, consult the documentation or help files related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the selection criteria and report configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message K6106.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the CO module, such as KSB1 (Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Order Line Items), etc., where this error might occur.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly fill out selection criteria in reports to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the K6106 error message in SAP.