How To Fix KE641 - Operating concern & can only be activated

KE641 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 641

• Message text: Operating concern & can only be activated

What causes this issue?

Operating concern &V1& is an example delivered with the standard
system. It is not possible to change this operating concern. However,
you can activate the data structures.

How to fix this error?

Define your own operating concern.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE641 - Operating concern & can only be activated ?

  The SAP error message KE641 typically indicates that there is an issue with the activation of an operating concern in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically related to Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). The error message states that the operating concern cannot be activated due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause of Error KE641
  
  
  Existing Data: The operating concern may already have existing data that prevents it from being activated. This can happen if there are already postings or if the operating concern has been used in some transactions.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not properly set up, such as missing characteristics or incorrect settings in the operating concern.
  
  
  Dependencies: The operating concern may have dependencies on other objects or settings that need to be addressed before activation.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the operating concern that need to be resolved.
  
  
  Solution to Error KE641
  
  
  Check Existing Data: Review