How To Fix KE440 - Press F4 to display the valid characteristics

KE440 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 440

• Message text: Press F4 to display the valid characteristics

What causes this issue?

In column <LS>Characteristic</> you can only enter the names of
characteristics found in operating concern &V2&. &V1& is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Return to the previous screen and press F4 to display possible entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KE440 - Details

• The SAP error message KE440 ("Press F4 to display the valid characteristics") typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to enter or select characteristics that are not valid for the current context or selection.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristics: The characteristics you are trying to use in your report or analysis are not valid for the current configuration or data set.
  Missing Configuration: The characteristics may not be defined in the system or may not be assigned to the relevant operating concern.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valid Characteristics: Press F4 as suggested in the error message to display the valid characteristics for the current context. This will help you identify which characteristics can be used.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the characteristics you are trying