How To Fix K9161 - Layout & contains errors.

K9161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K9 - CO Planning Processor

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Layout & contains errors.

What causes this issue?

Variables have been defined for a <GL:characteristic>characteristic</>
for an element in planning layout &V1&. This characteristic is not part
of this planning layout.
The characteristic in question is &V2&.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K9161 - Layout & contains errors. ?

  The SAP error message K9161, which states "Layout & contains errors," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there are issues with the layout used for reports, such as cost center reports or internal order reports. This error indicates that there are problems with the configuration or definition of the layout that is being used to generate the report.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Layout Configuration: The layout may have been incorrectly configured, leading to inconsistencies or errors in the report generation.
  Missing Fields: Required fields may be missing from the layout, which can cause the report to fail.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in data types for the fields defined in the layout.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been changes in the underlying data structure (e.g., changes in the database or data model), the existing layout may no longer be valid.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the