How To Fix KE013 - Do not use SAP operating concern & productively

KE013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Do not use SAP operating concern & productively

What causes this issue?

You want to work in operating concern "&V1&". This operating concern was
delivered by SAP in the standard system as a sample operating concern
and should only be used for tests and demonstrations.
SAP reserves the right to change the Customizing settings for this
operating concern, including the characteristics and value fields it
contains, in a later release.

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?

<ZH>Do not try to use operating concern "&V1&" as your live operating
concern!</>
You can copy operating concern "&V1&" together with all its Customizing
settings to create your own operating concern using the function
"Structures -> Define Operating Concern -> Sample Operating Concerns ->
Copy Operating Concern including Customizing".

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE013 - Do not use SAP operating concern & productively ?

  The SAP error message KE013, which states "Do not use SAP operating concern & productively," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other controlling-related activities. This error indicates that the operating concern you are trying to use is not intended for productive use, which can happen for several reasons.
  Cause of KE013 Error
  
  Development or Test Environment: The operating concern may be set up in a development or test environment and is not meant to be used in a production environment.
  
  Configuration Issues: The operating concern may not be properly configured for productive use. This could include missing settings or incomplete configuration.
  Status of Operating Concern: The operating concern might be in a status that does not allow for productive transactions, such as being marked as "not active" or "not released."
  Transport Issues: If the operating concern was transported from another system, it may