How To Fix K6407 - Old characteristics (check table = T242B) are not allowed here

K6407 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Old characteristics (check table = T242B) are not allowed here

What causes this issue?

You want to transfer an old characteristic (check table = T242B) as an
attribute or reference as a characteristic.

System Response

This is not allowed.

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 K6407 - Old characteristics (check table = T242B) are not allowed here ?

  The SAP error message K6407 indicates that you are trying to use old characteristics in a context where they are not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or when working with characteristics in the context of reporting or planning.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use characteristics that are defined in the old format or are no longer valid in the current configuration of your SAP system. This can happen if:
  
  You are using an outdated version of a characteristic that has been replaced or deprecated.
  The characteristics you are trying to use are not compatible with the current data model or reporting structure.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of your CO-PA settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6407 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Characteristics: 
  
  Go to transaction code KEB0 (for CO-PA) or KEDR (for CO-PA reporting) and verify the characteristics you are trying to use.