How To Fix KE037 - Enter the description and the type of profitability analysis

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Enter the description and the type of profitability analysis

What causes this issue?

Either you have not entered a name for operating concern "&V1&" or you
have not specified the type of profitability analysis you wish to use
with that operating concern.

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?

Make all the required entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE037 - Enter the description and the type of profitability analysis ?

  The SAP error message KE037, which states "Enter the description and the type of profitability analysis," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to create or modify a profitability segment or when entering data related to profitability analysis.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Description: When creating a new profitability segment, the description field is left blank.
  Missing Type of Profitability Analysis: The system requires a specific type of profitability analysis (e.g., account-based or costing-based) to be specified, and it has not been provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the CO-PA module that prevent the system from recognizing the necessary fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE037 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter Description: Ensure that you provide a valid description for the profitability segment you are trying to create or modify. This description should be meaningful and relevant to the analysis you are performing.
  
  
  Specify Type of Profitability Analysis: Make sure to select the appropriate type of profitability analysis. This can usually be done in the configuration settings or during the data entry process.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, check the configuration settings in the CO-PA module:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Profitability Analysis (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant sections to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields or settings, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis for guidance.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify profitability segments. Lack of proper permissions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (Report for Profitability Analysis) and KE4S (Create Profitability Segment).
  Profitability Analysis Types: Understand the differences between account-based and costing-based profitability analysis, as this will help you select the correct type during data entry.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to KE037 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE037 error and successfully enter the required information for profitability analysis in SAP.