How To Fix KCSL018 - Value of the partitioning characteristic &1 : &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KCSL - SAP-EIS: Data Slices

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Value of the partitioning characteristic &1 : &2

What causes this issue?

The data slice is deleted before records are updated. Values are
gathered from characteristics to formulate selection criteria. This
message displays the values so that you know what the system is doing.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KCSL018 - Value of the partitioning characteristic &1 : &2 ?

  The SAP error message KCSL018 typically indicates an issue related to the partitioning characteristic in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) in SAP. The message format usually looks like this:
  KCSL018: Value of the partitioning characteristic &1: &2
  Cause:
  This error occurs when there is a mismatch or an invalid value for a partitioning characteristic in a CO-PA or controlling document. The partitioning characteristic is used to categorize data for reporting and analysis purposes. The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value provided for the characteristic does not exist in the master data or is not valid for the current context.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the characteristic is not maintained or is incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the characteristics used in the analysis.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the error when trying to process or analyze it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KCSL018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Verify that the value for the partitioning characteristic (&1) is valid and exists in the master data. You can do this by checking the relevant master data tables or using transaction codes like KE52 (for CO-PA) or KSB1 (for CO).
  
  
  Maintain Master Data: If the characteristic value is missing, you may need to create or update the master data. Use the appropriate transaction to maintain the necessary data.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the controlling area and ensure that the partitioning characteristics are correctly defined. You can use transaction SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the data. You can use transaction KAH3 to analyze the profitability segments and ensure that all required data is present.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the partitioning characteristics and their configuration.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports), KE24 (for CO-PA line item display), and KSB1 (for CO line item display).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to KCSL018 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to CO-PA and controlling to better understand the partitioning characteristics and their importance in reporting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KCSL018 error in your SAP system.