How To Fix KE329 - System error: Field & cannot be used for derivation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 329

• Message text: System error: Field & cannot be used for derivation

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& cannot be used for the maintenance of derivation rules
because as well as the client and the field itself, one or more other
fields are contained in the key of check table &V2& for this field.
This is not supported at present.

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?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE329 - System error: Field & cannot be used for derivation ?

  The SAP error message KE329 ("System error: Field & cannot be used for derivation") 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 a specific field cannot be used for the derivation process, which is essential for calculating profitability.
  Causes:
  
  Field Configuration: The field that is being referenced in the derivation is not configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the characteristics or value fields.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from deriving the necessary values.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the characteristic may not exist or may not be properly maintained.
  Incorrect Derivation Strategy: The derivation strategy defined in the system may not be appropriate for the fields being used.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields or data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the configuration of the characteristic in the CO-PA settings. Ensure that the field is correctly defined and can be used for derivation.
  Review Derivation Rules: Go to the derivation rules in the CO-PA configuration and verify that the rules are set up correctly. Make adjustments as necessary.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all required master data is present and correctly maintained. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields involved in the derivation process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KE30 (Report for CO-PA) or KE24 (Display CO-PA Document) to analyze the data and understand where the issue lies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KE329 error and implement a solution to resolve it.