How To Fix K6665 - Inadmissable characteristic &2 for distribution (currency base for &1).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 665

• Message text: Inadmissable characteristic &2 for distribution (currency base for &1).

What causes this issue?

You have set a currency-bearing characteristic for distribution. The
characteristic value of this characteristic determines the currency or
unit for a key figure.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Currency/unit conversions for top-down distribution are not supported
for this Release. Correct the entries either at key figure selection or
when selecting the characteristics to be distributed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6665 - Inadmissable characteristic &2 for distribution (currency base for &1). ?

  The SAP error message K6665, which states "Inadmissible characteristic &2 for distribution (currency base for &1)," typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when there is an issue with the characteristics used for distribution.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Characteristics: The characteristic specified (e.g., a currency or a specific cost element) is not valid for the distribution process you are trying to execute. This can happen if the characteristic is not defined in the master data or if it is not allowed for the specific type of distribution.
  
  
  Currency Issues: The error may indicate that the currency used in the distribution does not match the expected currency for the target object (e.g., cost center, internal order). This can occur if there are discrepancies in currency settings between the source and target objects.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or in the distribution rules that do not allow the use of the specified characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6665 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristics: Verify the characteristics being used in the distribution. Ensure that they are valid and compatible with the distribution process. You may need to consult the configuration settings in the controlling area.
  
  
  Review Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency used in the distribution matches the expected currency for the target object. If necessary, adjust the currency settings in the master data or the distribution rules.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to cost accounting and distribution. Ensure that the characteristics and currencies are correctly defined and allowed for the distribution process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message K6665. This may provide additional insights into the configuration or data issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test distribution to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KSV5 (for distribution) or KSV1 (for distribution rules) to review and adjust the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) to further investigate the problem.