How To Fix KE0C236 - Characteristic "&1" does not exist in operating concern "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Characteristic "&1" does not exist in operating concern "&2"

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the analysis of the segment-level
characteristics. Characteristic "&V1&" is defined in an exception but
it does not exist in operating concern "&V2&".

System Response

Processing has been canceled.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing for segment-level characteristics, delete this
characteristic from all exceptions in which it occurs.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE0C236 - Characteristic "&1" does not exist in operating concern "&2" ?

  The SAP error message KE0C236 indicates that a characteristic specified in a report or transaction does not exist in the specified operating concern. This error typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when trying to access or analyze data that references a characteristic that has not been defined or is not available in the operating concern you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic referenced in the error message is not defined in the operating concern. This could happen if the characteristic was never created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Operating Concern: The operating concern specified may not be the one where the characteristic is defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the operating concern or the characteristics associated with it.
  Data Consistency: If there have been recent changes to the data model or characteristics, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code KEA0 (Define Characteristics) and verify if the characteristic "&1" exists in the operating concern "&2".
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust your report to use a different characteristic.
  
  
  
  Verify Operating Concern:
  
  Ensure that you are working with the correct operating concern. You can check this in the configuration settings or in the report parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the operating concern in transaction KEA5 (Define Operating Concern) to ensure that all necessary characteristics are included.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If there have been recent changes, perform a consistency check to ensure that all data is aligned with the current configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or CO consultant for any specific notes or updates related to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the report or transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEA0: Define Characteristics
  KEA5: Define Operating Concern
  KE30: Report for CO-PA
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify characteristics and operating concerns.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.