How To Fix KE677 - The operating concern name &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 677

• Message text: The operating concern name &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

No SAP operating concerns beginning with "&V3" can be created in system
&V2&

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?

Define the operating concern as a customer object, or contact the CO-PA
hotline to find out what operating concern names are allowed in system
&V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE677 - The operating concern name &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message KE677 indicates that there is an issue with the operating concern name specified in a transaction related to Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when the operating concern name you are trying to use is either not valid or not allowed in the context of the operation you are performing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Operating Concern: The operating concern name you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not correctly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified operating concern.
  Configuration Issues: The operating concern may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  Transaction Context: The operating concern may not be allowed for the specific transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Operating Concern Name: Verify that the operating concern name you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the operating concern. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Configuration Review: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO) and check the settings for the operating concern. Ensure that it is properly defined and assigned to the correct controlling area.
  Transaction Context: Review the transaction you are trying to execute and ensure that the operating concern is valid for that specific transaction. Some transactions may have restrictions on which operating concerns can be used.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the specific transaction and operating concern.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like KE51 (Create Operating Concern) or KE52 (Change Operating Concern) to manage operating concerns.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE677 error and implement a solution to resolve it.