How To Fix KE196 - The characteristic compound cannot be reorganized for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 196

• Message text: The characteristic compound cannot be reorganized for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

The characteristic compound for characteristic "&V1&" is incorrect.
The characteristic has the check table "&V2&" assigned to it. From the
definition of the check table "&V2&", it follows that a higher-level
field with domain "&V3&" has to exist for "&V1&". However, such a field
does not appear in the field catalog "&V4&".

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?

Define a characteristic to which domain "&V3&" is assigned and use the
transaction KEA5 to maintain the characteristic compound for
characteristic "&V1&".

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE196 - The characteristic compound cannot be reorganized for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message KE196 indicates that there is an issue with reorganizing a characteristic compound in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when you attempt to reorganize a characteristic that is part of a compound characteristic, but the system finds that the conditions for reorganization are not met.
  Cause of Error KE196
  
  Inconsistent Data: The characteristic you are trying to reorganize may have inconsistent or incomplete data.
  Active Data: There may be active data that is preventing the reorganization of the characteristic.
  Dependencies: The characteristic may be dependent on other characteristics or may be part of a compound characteristic that is not eligible for reorganization.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the reorganization process.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the data for the characteristic is consistent and complete. You may need to run reports or transactions to check for inconsistencies.
  Review Active Data: Identify if there are any active records that are linked to the characteristic. If so, you may need to archive or delete these records before attempting to reorganize.
  Analyze Dependencies: Review the dependencies of the characteristic. If it is part of a compound characteristic, ensure that all related characteristics are also eligible for reorganization.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the system related to the characteristic and its compound. Ensure that they are set up correctly for reorganization.
  Use Transaction KE4S: You can use transaction KE4S (Reorganize Characteristic) to attempt the reorganization process. Make sure to follow the necessary steps and guidelines provided in the SAP documentation.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE4S (Reorganize Characteristic) and KE5Z (Display Characteristic).
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Profitability Analysis and characteristic management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO-PA functional team for further assistance.