How To Fix KE782 - Field & was added to the reference structure

KE782 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 782

• Message text: Field & was added to the reference structure

What causes this issue?

The field &V1& was added to the reference structure &V2&.

System Response

You probably either changed the operating concern or SAP-EIS aspect,
and added the field &V1& to the definition.
There are two possible cases:
The added field is a CO-PA or SAP-EIS characteristic:
This does not change the summarization levels. The new field is added
to the definition with the value " " (summarized). All the data
remains.
The added a CO-PA value field or SAP-EIS key figure:
In this case, the field is added to the definition or the summarization
levels. This invalidates all existing levels. Consequently, you need
to activate them again and fill them with data.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the field &V1& was added to your operating concern or
aspect.
If so, choose "Yes" on the following pop-ups.
If not, the definition or your operating concern or aspect is
inconsistent with that of the summarization levels. Cancel the
transaction.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE782 - Field & was added to the reference structure ?

  The SAP error message KE782 typically indicates that a field has been added to a reference structure in the context of CO (Controlling) module, particularly in relation to the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other CO-related functionalities. This error often arises when there is a mismatch between the data structure expected by the system and the actual data structure being used in a report or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Addition: A new field has been added to the reference structure in the CO module, which may not be recognized by existing reports or transactions that rely on the previous structure.
  Data Structure Mismatch: The system is trying to access a structure that has been modified, but the related programs or reports have not been updated to accommodate these changes.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom reports or enhancements that reference the old structure, they may not be compatible with the new structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Update Reports/Programs: Review and update