How To Fix KE204 - Derivation rule & has been held

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Derivation rule & has been held

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE204 - Derivation rule & has been held ?

  The SAP error message KE204, which states "Derivation rule & has been held," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when there is an issue with the derivation of characteristics in the system. This error indicates that the derivation rule specified is not being executed due to certain conditions that have not been met.
  Causes of KE204 Error
  
  Inactive Derivation Rule: The derivation rule may be inactive or not properly configured.
  Missing Characteristics: Required characteristics for the derivation are missing or not filled in the document.
  Conflicting Rules: There may be conflicting derivation rules that prevent the execution of the current rule.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not meet the criteria defined in the derivation rule.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the derivation rule.
  
  Solutions to KE204 Error
  
  
  Check Derivation Rule Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE4S (for derivation rules) and check if the rule is active. If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Rule Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the derivation rule is correctly configured. Check the conditions and ensure that all necessary characteristics are included.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data being processed to ensure that all required fields are filled and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Analyze Conflicting Rules:
  
  Review other derivation rules that may conflict with the one in question. Adjust the rules as necessary to resolve conflicts.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the derivation rules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the derivation rules and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the derivation process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE4S: Maintain Derivation Rules
  KE5S: Display Derivation Rules
  KE30: Report for Profitability Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the KE204 error.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and shared experiences from other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE204 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.