How To Fix KE056 - Characteristic field cannot be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Characteristic field cannot be selected

What causes this issue?

You can only select characteristics with a length of up to
&V1&.

System Response

The system ignores your selection.

How to fix this error?

Define a shorter field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE056 - Characteristic field cannot be selected ?

  The SAP error message KE056 ("Characteristic field cannot be selected") typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to select a characteristic that is not available or not allowed in the current context. This can happen during various activities, such as creating reports, configuring characteristics, or setting up data structures.
  Causes:
  
  Characteristic Not Defined: The characteristic you are trying to select may not be defined in the operating concern or may not be activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the operating concern may not allow the selection of certain characteristics.
  Data Structure Issues: The data structure you are working with may not support the characteristic you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing access to certain characteristics.
  Version Mismatch: If you are using a version of SAP that does not support the characteristic, this error may occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for your operating concern (Transaction code: KEA0).
  Ensure that the characteristic you are trying to select is defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Operating Concern Settings:
  
  Verify the settings of the operating concern to ensure that the characteristic is included in the data structure.
  Check if the characteristic is marked as "not selectable" in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Structure:
  
  If you are working with a specific report or data structure, ensure that it is designed to include the characteristic you want to use.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using to see if there are any known issues or limitations regarding the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KEA0 (Define Operating Concern), KEA1 (Create Operating Concern), KEA2 (Change Operating Concern).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the KE056 error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Profitability Analysis and characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE056 error and implement a solution.