How To Fix KE0C218 - Exceptions to characteristic &1 still exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE0C - CO-PA: Customizing checks

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Exceptions to characteristic &1 still exist

What causes this issue?

Characteristic "&V1&" should not be used in the creation of
profitability segments. However, exceptions have been defined for it.

System Response

The data could not be saved in its current state.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings made. If you want the exceptions to be deleted, save
the changes you make to the settings and the system then deletes the
exceptions automatically.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE0C218 - Exceptions to characteristic &1 still exist ?

  The SAP error message KE0C218, which states "Exceptions to characteristic &1 still exist," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or perform a transaction that involves characteristics that have exceptions defined.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that there are exceptions defined for a characteristic (denoted by &1) that have not been resolved. Exceptions in CO-PA are used to handle specific cases or conditions that deviate from the standard processing rules. When you attempt to execute a report or transaction that involves this characteristic, SAP checks for any unresolved exceptions and raises this error if any are found.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Characteristic: Determine which characteristic is causing the issue by checking the error message for the specific characteristic name.
  
  
  Check Exception Definitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code KEO1 (for creating exceptions) or KEO2 (for changing exceptions) to review the exceptions defined for the characteristic.
  Look for any exceptions that are not properly defined or that may need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Resolve Exceptions:
  
  If there are exceptions that are no longer relevant, consider deleting or deactivating them.
  If exceptions are still needed, ensure that they are correctly defined and that all necessary conditions are met.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Report/Transaction: After addressing the exceptions, try to execute the report or transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to handle exceptions, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP CO-PA functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KEO1, KEO2, KE30 (for CO-PA reports), and KE24 (for displaying line items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify exceptions in CO-PA.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE0C218 error and continue with your reporting or analysis tasks in SAP.