How To Fix KE840 - Operating concern &1 does not support the "combined" form

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Operating concern &1 does not support the "combined" form

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE840 - Operating concern &1 does not support the "combined" form ?

  The SAP error message KE840 indicates that the operating concern specified does not support the "combined" form of reporting. This typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific configuration of the operating concern.
  Cause:
  
  Operating Concern Configuration: The operating concern you are using may not be configured to support combined reporting. This can happen if the operating concern is set up for either "account-based" or "costing-based" CO-PA, but not both.
  Data Structure: The data structure of the operating concern may not be compatible with the combined reporting format.
  Transaction Type: The transaction or report you are trying to execute may require a different type of operating concern that supports combined reporting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Operating Concern Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the operating concern in transaction code OKKP or KE52.
  Verify if the operating concern is set up for combined reporting. If not, you may need to create a new operating concern that supports this feature.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Operating Concern:
  
  If your current operating concern does not support combined reporting, consider using a different operating concern that is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis and operating concerns to understand the requirements for combined reporting.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE30: Display Profitability Report
  KE24: Display CO-PA Line Items
  OKKP: Configure Operating Concerns
  KE52: Change Operating Concern
  
  
  
  Profitability Analysis Types:
  
  Costing-based CO-PA: Focuses on cost and revenue analysis based on cost elements.
  Account-based CO-PA: Integrates with financial accounting and focuses on account-based reporting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE840 error and implement a solution to resolve it.