How To Fix KE688 - Substitute fields for &1 could not be created

KE688 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 688

• Message text: Substitute fields for &1 could not be created

What causes this issue?

Due to its technical attributes, field &V1& cannot be used in
Profitability Analysis. To replace it, the system tried to generate
fields that can be used in Profitability Analysis. However, this was
unsuccessful.

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?

See the log under "Backup". It may contain messages that describe the
cause of the error in greater detail.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE688 - Substitute fields for &1 could not be created ?

  The SAP error message KE688, which states "Substitute fields for &1 could not be created," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when there is an issue with the configuration of substitute fields in the system. Substitute fields are used to derive values for characteristics in CO-PA when the original values are not available.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The substitute fields may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings for the characteristics or the substitute fields are incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from creating the substitute fields. This could be due to missing master data or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or issues with the transport of configuration settings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the