How To Fix KE246 - Derivation structure & has not been activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Derivation structure & has not been activated

What causes this issue?

You cannot define a derivation rule because the derivation structure is
not activated until it has been saved.

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?

If you want to define a derivation rule, you must first activate the
appropriate derivation structure. You can perform this using program
RKEABL00. Note that this report activates all derivation structures
which have been defined but not yet activated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE246 - Derivation structure & has not been activated ?

  The SAP error message KE246, which states "Derivation structure & has not been activated," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when a derivation structure has not been properly activated in the system. This can prevent the system from deriving values as expected during the execution of certain transactions or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Derivation Structure: The derivation structure referenced in the error message has not been activated in the system. This can happen if the structure was created but not yet activated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the derivation structure or the associated characteristics.
  Transport Issues: If the derivation structure was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Derivation Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE4S (for activating derivation structures).
  Enter the derivation structure name that is mentioned in the error message.
  Activate the structure by following the prompts.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary settings related to the derivation structure are correctly configured.
  Review the characteristics and value fields associated with the derivation structure to ensure they are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the derivation structure was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the derivation structure and activate it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After activation, perform a test to ensure that the derivation structure is functioning as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE4S: Activate Derivation Structures
  KE30: Report for Profitability Analysis
  KE24: Display CO-PA Line Items
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring and managing derivation structures in CO-PA.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to the derivation structure.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE246 error and ensure that your derivation structures are properly activated and functioning.