How To Fix K8805 - No distribution key can be used for actual key figure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 805

• Message text: No distribution key can be used for actual key figure &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8805 - No distribution key can be used for actual key figure & ?

  The SAP error message K8805 ("No distribution key can be used for actual key figure &") typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to perform a distribution of actual key figures, but the system cannot find a suitable distribution key.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Key: The most common cause is that there is no distribution key defined for the actual key figure you are trying to distribute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the distribution of actual key figures may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data itself, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Key Figure Settings: The actual key figure may not be configured to allow distribution.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for CO-PA and ensure that a distribution key is defined for the actual key figure you are working with.
  You can check this in the transaction code KEI1 (for defining distribution keys) or KEI2 (for changing them).
  
  
  
  Review Key Figure Settings:
  
  Ensure that the actual key figure is set up correctly in the key figure settings. You can check this in the transaction code KE4I (for defining actual key figures).
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data in the relevant tables to ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to CO-PA and distribution keys for any additional insights or specific configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be needed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEI1: Create Distribution Key
  KEI2: Change Distribution Key
  KE4I: Define Actual Key Figures
  KE4S: Define Statistical Key Figures
  
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: You can refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on CO-PA and distribution keys.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.