How To Fix KE/AD817 - Error while the operating concern was being determined (transaction "&")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE/AD -

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Error while the operating concern was being determined (transaction "&")

What causes this issue?

During the calculation of the profitability segment for business
transaction "&v1&", the function module "COPA_PROFITABILITY_SEGMENT"
has been called up from the sender (such as CO order, sales order or
project) and contains data that is inconsistent with characteristic "
&v2&" in the structure "COBL" as well as in the table COPADATA.
Characteristic value "&v3&" is delivered in the COBL structure and
characteristic "&v4&" is delivered in table COPADATA.

System Response

The profitability segment cannot be determined.

How to fix this error?

There is an error in the calling application. In profitability segment
determination, there should not be any non-initial characteristic value
in the COBL structure that differs from that delivered in table
COPADATA.

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE/AD817 - Error while the operating concern was being determined (transaction "&") ?

  The SAP error message KE/AD817 indicates that there was an issue while determining the operating concern in the context of a specific transaction. This error typically arises in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when the system is unable to find or determine the appropriate operating concern for the transaction being processed.
  Causes of KE/AD817 Error
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The operating concern may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the controlling area or the operating concern itself.
  
  
  Incorrect Transaction Data: The transaction data being processed may not be valid or may not correspond to any existing operating concern.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the operating concern.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from determining the operating concern.
  
  
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they may interfere with the standard process of determining the operating concern.
  
  
  Solutions to KE/AD817 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the operating concern is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the controlling area and ensuring that the operating concern is assigned to the relevant company codes and controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Ensure that the transaction data being processed is valid and corresponds to the correct operating concern. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the operating concern. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data and transaction data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Debugging Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom enhancements, consider debugging the code to identify any issues that may be causing the error. This may require the assistance of a developer familiar with the custom code.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the transaction code and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: The error message may reference a specific transaction code (indicated by "&"). Understanding the context of this transaction can help in troubleshooting.
  Profitability Analysis (CO-PA): Familiarity with the CO-PA module and its configuration is essential for resolving this error.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on configuring operating concerns and troubleshooting related errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the KE/AD817 error in your SAP system.