How To Fix KE864 - Not all selected characteristics are defined as object level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Not all selected characteristics are defined as object level

What causes this issue?

The characteristics highlighted in yellow were probably defined as
object level in the past but are no longer defined as such now. Only
object level characteristics are useful for data selection or definition
of the data object because only these contain a value in the object
levels.

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?

Remove these characteristics from the selection and from the definition
of the data object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE864 - Not all selected characteristics are defined as object level ?

  The SAP error message KE864 indicates that not all selected characteristics are defined as object level in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires certain characteristics to be defined at the object level, but some of the selected characteristics do not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Characteristic Selection: The characteristics you have selected for your report or analysis do not all have the necessary configuration to be treated as object-level characteristics.
  Configuration Issues: The characteristics may not be properly defined in the CO-PA configuration settings, or they may not be set up to be used at the object level.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where some characteristics are not assigned correctly to the relevant object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the CO-PA configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the section where you define characteristics and ensure that all the characteristics you are trying to use are set up as object-level characteristics.
  
  
  
  Review Report Selection:
  
  When executing the report, double-check the characteristics you have selected. Ensure that all selected characteristics are defined as object-level in the CO-PA configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Report Layout:
  
  If you are using a custom report or query, modify the layout to include only those characteristics that are defined as object-level.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on defining characteristics in CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the report again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Object-Level Characteristics: These are characteristics that can be used to analyze profitability at a more granular level, such as product, customer, or region.
  CO-PA Configuration: Proper configuration of CO-PA is crucial for accurate reporting and analysis. This includes defining characteristics, value fields, and ensuring that the data model aligns with business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.