How To Fix K6383 - Characteristic &1 does not contain a generated check table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 383

• Message text: Characteristic &1 does not contain a generated check table

What causes this issue?

The characteristic does not have a check table or a SAP standard table
as a check table.

System Response

The desired operation is not possible for this characteristic.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6383 - Characteristic &1 does not contain a generated check table ?

  The SAP error message K6383 indicates that a characteristic in a characteristic-based planning (CBP) scenario does not have an associated generated check table. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's CO-PA (Controlling-Profitability Analysis) or other planning-related modules where characteristics are used for planning and reporting.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A characteristic is defined in the system but does not have a corresponding check table generated.
  The check table is necessary for the system to validate or retrieve data related to that characteristic during planning or reporting processes.
  The characteristic may have been recently created or modified, and the check table has not been generated or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6383 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (transaction code CT04 for characteristics).
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and that it is intended to have a check table.
  
  
  
  Generate Check Table:
  
  If the check table is missing, you need to generate it. This can typically be done through the following steps:
  
  Use transaction code RSCUSTV10 to access the Customizing settings.
  Navigate to the relevant settings for characteristics and check tables.
  Look for an option to generate the check table for the characteristic in question.
  
  
  
  
  
  Activate the Check Table:
  
  After generating the check table, ensure that it is activated. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the status of the table.
  
  
  
  Recheck Planning Functions:
  
  After generating and activating the check table, re-run the planning functions or reports that were previously causing the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the steps or the implications of generating a check table, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  RSCUSTV10: Customizing for Characteristics
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K6383 error and ensure that your characteristic is properly set up for use in planning and reporting processes.