How To Fix KE403 - No texts exist for values of characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: No texts exist for values of characteristic &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE403 - No texts exist for values of characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message KE403 ("No texts exist for values of characteristic &") typically occurs in the context of CO (Controlling) module when you are trying to display or process data related to characteristics in a report or transaction, and the system cannot find the corresponding text for a specific characteristic value.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Texts: The most common cause of this error is that the texts for the characteristic values have not been maintained in the system. This can happen if the characteristic is newly created or if the texts were not entered during the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, leading to missing texts.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that store the texts for characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Characteristic Texts:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Create Characteristic) or CT05 (Change Characteristic).
  Find the characteristic in question and check if the texts are maintained for the relevant values.
  If not, you can add the necessary texts for the characteristic values.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for the controlling area or the specific application area you are working with.
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP CO module consultant.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that there are no missing or inconsistent entries in the relevant tables.
  You can use transaction codes like SE11 to check the database tables related to characteristics and their texts.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the texts for the characteristic values.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create Characteristic
  CT05: Change Characteristic
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  The texts for characteristics are usually stored in tables like AUSP (Characteristic Values) and TKA01 (Controlling Area).
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and their configuration in the CO module.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.