How To Fix KE/NC130 - Higher-level characteristics are also added to the selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE/NC -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Higher-level characteristics are also added to the selection

What causes this issue?

One or more of the characteristics included in your selection are
dependent on higher-level characteristics.

System Response

Since characteristics that are dependent in this way cannot stand alone
in the selection, the corresponding higher-level characteristics have
also been added to the selection.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE/NC130 - Higher-level characteristics are also added to the selection ?

  The SAP error message KE/NC130, which states "Higher-level characteristics are also added to the selection," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that involves characteristics selection. This error indicates that the selection criteria you are using includes characteristics that are at a higher level than the ones you are trying to filter on.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchical Characteristics: In CO-PA, characteristics can be hierarchical. For example, if you are trying to filter on a specific product, but the selection also includes a higher-level characteristic like product group or product category, the system will throw this error.
  Inconsistent Selection: The selection criteria may not be consistent with the data structure. If you are trying to filter on lower-level characteristics without including the necessary higher-level characteristics, the system will not be able to process the request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using in your report or transaction. Ensure that if you are filtering on lower-level characteristics, you also include the relevant higher-level characteristics.
  Adjust Filters: Modify your selection filters to either include the higher-level characteristics or remove the lower-level characteristics that are causing the conflict.
  Use Aggregated Data: If you are looking for aggregated data, consider using the higher-level characteristics in your selection to avoid this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to structure your selection criteria in CO-PA.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CO-PA Characteristics: Understand the hierarchy of characteristics in CO-PA. Familiarize yourself with how characteristics are structured and how they relate to each other.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  Training and Resources: Consider training or resources on CO-PA reporting and characteristics selection to better understand how to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE/NC130 error and successfully execute your report or transaction in SAP.