How To Fix KE889 - Characteristic &1 cannot be generated in structure COPABBSEG

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 889

• Message text: Characteristic &1 cannot be generated in structure COPABBSEG

What causes this issue?

The structure COPABBSEG is used for transferring characteristics from FI
to CO-PA when FI postings are created by direct input using program
RFBIBL00. This structure can only contain CHAR fields. Consequently,
when a characteristic does not own a CHAR domain, the system tries to
generate a CHAR field corresponding to the output length of the
characteristic. The system tries to obtain such a domain or related data
element from structure RKECHAR. Furthermore, this structure only
contains domains or data elements of a maximum of 25 characters in
length. However, the domain for characteristic &V1& has an output length
of &V2& characters.

System Response

Characteristic &V1& cannot be generated in structure COPABBSEG.

How to fix this error?

Use transaction SE11 to define new data elements RKECHARYY matching the
definition of data element RKECHAR25, and activate them in collection
KE0C. Start with RKECHAR26 and continue to create data elements until
you have reached RKECHARXX, where XX stands for &V2&.
In the case of RKECHAR26, for example, you would need to make the
following settings:
Short description: Character field length 26
Domain: CHAR26
Short field label: CHAR26 with length 10
Medium field label: CHAR26 with length 15
Long field label: CHAR26 with length 20
Heading: Character field length 26 with length 25
Save the data elements in package KE0C and activate them.
With transaction SE11, call structure RKECHAR and append components
RKECHARYY with the data elements RKECHARYY that you have just defined.
Save and activate the structure.
Generate the environment of your operating concern.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE889 - Characteristic &1 cannot be generated in structure COPABBSEG ?

  The SAP error message KE889 indicates that a characteristic cannot be generated in the structure COPABBSEG, which is related to the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration of characteristics or the data structure used in CO-PA.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristic that you are trying to generate may not be defined in the system or may not be compatible with the structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the characteristics in the CO-PA settings, such as missing or incorrect settings in the operating concern.
  Data Structure Issues: The structure COPABBSEG may not be properly defined or may have been altered in a way that prevents the generation of the characteristic.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the transport of changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Verify that the characteristic you are trying to generate is correctly defined in the system. Go to the CO-PA configuration and check the characteristics under the operating concern.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the operating concern is complete and correct. This includes checking the settings for the characteristics and ensuring that they are assigned to the correct structure.
  Rebuild the Structure: If the structure COPABBSEG has been modified, consider rebuilding it or restoring it to a previous state where it was functioning correctly.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, check if all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KE4S (for CO-PA planning) or KE5Z (for CO-PA reporting) to check the settings and data.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CO-PA configuration for detailed guidance on setting up characteristics and structures.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion boards for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP CO-PA for further assistance.