How To Fix KE282 - The table name for the internal structure must begin with CE1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 282

• Message text: The table name for the internal structure must begin with CE1

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Note that the name for the external data transfer to planning also has
to have the prefix "CE1", even though plan line items are stored in
a table "CE2xxxx" (where xxxx = operating concern). Internally, the
system works with the structure "CE1xxxx" in planning as well.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE282 - The table name for the internal structure must begin with CE1 ?

  The SAP error message KE282 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of the internal structure used in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). Specifically, the error states that the table name for the internal structure must begin with "CE1". This is a requirement in SAP for certain data structures related to CO-PA.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a CO-PA report or structure, and the internal structure name does not follow the required naming convention.
  The internal structure name is either incorrectly defined or does not match the expected format that SAP requires for CO-PA data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE282 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Internal Structure Name: Ensure that the internal structure you are using starts with "CE1". For example, valid names could be "CE1XXXX" where "XXXX" is a valid identifier.
  
  
  Modify the Structure Name: If the internal structure name does not conform to the naming convention, you will need to rename it to start with "CE1". This may involve changing the configuration in the relevant CO-PA settings.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for CO-PA and verify that all structures and reports are correctly set up. You can access this through the SAP Easy Access menu:
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO
  Navigate to Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based CO-PA or Costing-Based CO-PA (depending on your setup) and check the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the naming conventions or how to modify the structure, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources specific to CO-PA.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the report or transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CO-PA (Profitability Analysis): This is a module in SAP that allows organizations to analyze their profitability by various dimensions such as product, customer, or market segment.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for various internal structures and tables, which are important for ensuring data integrity and consistency.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports) and KE24 (for CO-PA line item display) to help in troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO-PA functional team for further assistance.