How To Fix K6719 - The assignment 'characteristic - top-down' is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 719

• Message text: The assignment 'characteristic - top-down' is incorrect

What causes this issue?

The assignment characteristic, top-down parameterization is incorrect.

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?

Go to the characteristic selection subscreen. Then check the
characteristic value restrictions on the screen 'Choose characteristic
values'. Then check the characteristic assignment to the distribution
functions on the top-down subscreen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6719 - The assignment 'characteristic - top-down' is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message K6719, which states "The assignment 'characteristic - top-down' is incorrect," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when there is an issue with the assignment of characteristics in a top-down distribution process. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Assignment: The characteristics defined in the top-down distribution may not be correctly assigned or may not match the characteristics defined in the CO-PA configuration.
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic that is being referenced in the top-down distribution may not exist in the master data or may not be activated for the relevant operating concern.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are being used for the top-down distribution, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the operating concern or the top-down distribution process may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Characteristic Assignment: Review the assignment of characteristics in the top-down distribution configuration. Ensure that all characteristics are correctly assigned and that they match the definitions in the CO-PA settings.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all necessary characteristics are present in the master data. Check if the characteristic is activated for the relevant operating concern.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data being used for the top-down distribution. Look for any missing or incorrect values that could be causing the error.
  Review Configuration Settings: Go through the configuration settings for the operating concern and the top-down distribution process. Make sure that all settings are correctly defined and aligned with the business requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CO-PA and top-down distribution for any specific guidelines or known issues that may relate to your situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE4S (for top-down distribution) and KE5S (for displaying top-down distribution) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the K6719 error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.