How To Fix KE567 - Characteristic &1 of char. group &2 cannot be used for transaction &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 567

• Message text: Characteristic &1 of char. group &2 cannot be used for transaction &3

What causes this issue?

You added the characteristic &v1& of operating concern &v4& to the
characteristic group &v2& and assigned it to the transaction &v3&.
However, you cannot use characteristic &v1& in characteristic group &v2&
for the transaction &v3&.

System Response

You cannot assign characteristic group &v2& to the transaction &v3&.

How to fix this error?

Remove the characteristic from the characteristic group, or assign a
different group to the transaction. The following characteristics are
supplied with values automatically during the data transfer and
therefore cannot be included in a characteristic group:

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

quantity unit fields
controlling area KOKRS
company code BUKRS for postings in FI
business area GSBER for postings in FI
You can maintain the characteristic group &v2& in CO-PA
Customizing.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE567 - Characteristic &1 of char. group &2 cannot be used for transaction &3 ?

  The SAP error message KE567 indicates that a specific characteristic in a characteristic group cannot be used for a particular transaction. This error typically arises in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to use a characteristic that is not allowed for the specified transaction type.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Group Restrictions: The characteristic you are trying to use is not included in the characteristic group that is defined for the transaction type you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the characteristic group or the transaction type may not be set up correctly, leading to the restriction.
  Transaction Type Limitations: Certain transaction types may have specific requirements or limitations regarding which characteristics can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the characteristic group in the SAP system.
  Verify that the characteristic in question is included in the characteristic group for the relevant transaction type.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the transaction type you are trying to use.
  Ensure that the characteristic group associated with the transaction type allows the use of the characteristic you are trying to include.
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Group:
  
  If necessary, modify the characteristic group to include the required characteristic.
  This may involve working with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant to ensure that the changes align with business requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KEA5 (for maintaining characteristics) or KEA0 (for defining characteristic groups) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring characteristics and characteristic groups in CO-PA.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or support team for further assistance.