How To Fix K6458 - No check table can be assigned to characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 458

• Message text: No check table can be assigned to characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

Characteristic '&v1' is either already saved or possesses an SAP
standard check table.

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

System Response

The assignment of free check tables is no longer possible.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6458 - No check table can be assigned to characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message K6458 ("No check table can be assigned to characteristic &1") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or modify a characteristic in a characteristic structure, and the system cannot find a corresponding check table for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Check Table: The characteristic you are trying to use does not have an associated check table defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the Customizing settings, leading to the absence of a check table.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be issues in the data dictionary where the check table is not defined or is incorrectly linked to the characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings for the characteristic in question (Transaction code: KSC1 for creating characteristics or KSC2 for changing).
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and that a check table is assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Assign a Check Table:
  
  If no check table is assigned, you will need to assign one. This can typically be done in the characteristic definition screen.
  Make sure that the check table you are assigning is appropriate for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Data Dictionary:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the data dictionary for the check table. Ensure that it exists and is correctly defined.
  If the check table is missing, you may need to create it or consult with your ABAP team to ensure it is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If this issue arises after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects related to the characteristic and its check table have been transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific instructions or known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KSC1: Create characteristic
  KSC2: Change characteristic
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K6458 error and successfully assign a check table to the characteristic in question.