How To Fix K6410 - Attribute &1 produces recursion for characteristic &2

K6410 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 410

• Message text: Attribute &1 produces recursion for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6410 - Attribute &1 produces recursion for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message K6410, which states "Attribute &1 produces recursion for characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's CO (Controlling) module, particularly when dealing with characteristics and attributes in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related areas.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a recursive relationship between the attributes and characteristics defined in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the attribute you are trying to assign to a characteristic is somehow referencing itself or creating a loop in the hierarchy of attributes. This can happen if:
  
  Circular Dependency: The attribute is defined in such a way that it depends on itself or on another attribute that eventually leads back to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an error in the configuration of the characteristics and attributes in the SAP system.
  Data Model Issues: The data model may have been altered or incorrectly set up, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
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