How To Fix KE/AD313 - Mandatory characteristic &2 is missing from segment &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE/AD -

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Mandatory characteristic &2 is missing from segment &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE/AD313 - Mandatory characteristic &2 is missing from segment &1 ?

  The SAP error message KE/AD313 indicates that a mandatory characteristic is missing from a segment in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when you are trying to post or process data in CO-PA, and the system requires certain characteristics to be present in the data segment, but they are not provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The error occurs when a mandatory characteristic (e.g., product, customer, region) that is required for the specific segment is not included in the data being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the CO-PA characteristics may not be set up correctly, leading to missing mandatory fields.
  Data Entry Errors: During data entry or data upload, certain mandatory fields may have been left blank or not populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the CO-PA configuration settings and verify that the mandatory characteristics for the relevant segment are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the characteristics are set as mandatory in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Data: 
  
  Check the data you are trying to post or process. Ensure that all mandatory characteristics are included and populated correctly.
  If you are uploading data, verify the upload file to ensure that it contains all required fields.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: 
  
  If the error occurs during manual data entry, ensure that all required fields are filled out before saving or posting the data.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like KE30 (Report for CO-PA) or KE24 (Display CO-PA Document) to analyze the data and identify which characteristics are missing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the characteristics required for your CO-PA configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in CO-PA, such as KE4S (Transfer of CO-PA Data) and KE5Z (Display CO-PA Segment).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting the data posting process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE/AD313 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.