How To Fix KE091 - Select a name beginning with EP for operating concern &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Select a name beginning with EP for operating concern &

What causes this issue?

The name of any line-item table in CO-PA consists of the letter 'C' and
the name of the operating concern. All names 'CEPxx' have been reserved
for the line-item tables. For this reason the name of the operating
concern must begin with 'EP'.

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?

Please give your operating concern a name beginning with 'EP'.
Note:
In the current SAP Release you can only use operating concern 'EP01'.
Other concerns, e.g. 'EP02', can only be used for testing the structure
(Transactions KE01 to KE03).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE091 - Select a name beginning with EP for operating concern & ?

  The SAP error message KE091 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention for the operating concern in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). The error message states that the name of the operating concern must begin with "EP".
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to create or modify an operating concern in SAP that does not adhere to the naming convention required by the system. In this case, the operating concern name must start with "EP" to be valid.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the name of the operating concern you are trying to create or modify starts with "EP". Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check the Operating Concern Name: Review the name you are trying to use for the operating concern. Make sure it begins with "EP".
  
  
  Create a New Operating Concern:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE51 (Create Operating Concern).
  Enter a valid name that starts with "EP".
  Fill in the required fields and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Operating Concern: If you are trying to modify an existing operating concern, you may need to create a new one with the correct naming convention, as existing operating concerns cannot be renamed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the naming conventions or the implications of creating a new operating concern, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KE51: Create Operating Concern
  KE52: Change Operating Concern
  KE53: Display Operating Concern
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or updates regarding operating concerns and naming conventions.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or questions related to this error in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have shared their experiences and solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps and ensuring compliance with the naming conventions, you should be able to resolve the KE091 error and successfully create or modify your operating concern in SAP.