How To Fix KE784 - Include characteristic &2 in summarization level &3 -> See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 784

• Message text: Include characteristic &2 in summarization level &3 -> See long text

What causes this issue?

You have included characteristic "&V1&" in the definition of
summarization level "&V3&". This characteristic is dependent on
characteristic "&V2&".

System Response

If a summarization level contains a characteristic that is dependent on
a higher-level characteristic, then you also need to include this
higher-level characteristic in the summarization level before the
latter can be saved.

How to fix this error?

Change the definition of summarization level "&V3&". To do this, you
can
Include higher-level characteristic "&V2&" in the summarization level,
or
Remove characteristic "&V1&" from the summarization level.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE784 - Include characteristic &2 in summarization level &3 -> See long text ?

  The SAP error message KE784 indicates that there is an issue with the summarization level in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically related to the characteristics used in the summarization. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific characteristic to be included in the summarization level, but it is not present.
  Cause:
  The error message "Include characteristic &2 in summarization level &3" suggests that the summarization level you are using does not include a required characteristic. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The summarization level may not be configured correctly to include all necessary characteristics.
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic mentioned in the error message is not part of the defined summarization level.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or characteristics used in the reporting structure may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE784 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Summarization Level Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the summarization levels in the CO module.
  Ensure that the characteristic mentioned in the error message (represented by &2) is included in the summarization level (represented by &3).
  
  
  
  Modify the Summarization Level:
  
  If the characteristic is missing, you may need to modify the summarization level to include it.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant CO area (e.g., Profitability Analysis, Cost Center Accounting).
  
  
  
  Review Reporting Requirements:
  
  Ensure that the reports or transactions you are trying to execute are aligned with the current summarization levels and characteristics.
  If necessary, adjust the reports to match the available summarization levels.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files for more details on the specific summarization levels and characteristics relevant to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the report or transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KEDR (for displaying summarization levels) or KEDR (for maintaining summarization levels) to access the relevant configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to KE784 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the summarization levels in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the CO module for further assistance.