How To Fix KE0C228 - The exception "&1 = &2" is changed for characteristic "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 228

• Message text: The exception "&1 = &2" is changed for characteristic "&3"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE0C228 - The exception "&1 = &2" is changed for characteristic "&3" ?

  The SAP error message KE0C228 typically indicates an issue related to the characteristics of a characteristic-based planning scenario in SAP Controlling (CO). This error message suggests that there is a problem with the exception handling for a specific characteristic in the planning process.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "The exception "&1 = &2" is changed for characteristic "&3"" usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the characteristic being referenced. This could be due to changes in master data or planning data that have not been properly synchronized.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the characteristic in question may not be set up correctly, leading to exceptions being triggered during planning.
  
  
  Planning Version Issues: If you are using different planning versions, there may be discrepancies between the versions that are causing the exception to be raised.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the