How To Fix KE_CACO016 - Field &1 does not exist in operating concern &2. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE_CACO - Change of Assignment KOKRS - ERKRS

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Field &1 does not exist in operating concern &2. See long text

What causes this issue?

The current field assignment between operating concern &V2& and
operating concern &V4& is inconsistent. Field &V1& from operating
concern &V2& should be assigned to field &V3& from operating concern
&V4&. However, field &V1& does not exist in operating concern &V2&.

System Response

The structure of operating concern &V2& has changed. This means that
processing cannot be continued.

How to fix this error?

Execute program RKE_BIW_CH_KOKRS_ERKRS_ASSIGN and delete or change this
assignment.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CACO016 - Field &1 does not exist in operating concern &2. See long text ?

  The SAP error message KE_CACO016 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) does not exist in the specified operating concern (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in the context of CO-PA (Controlling-Profitability Analysis) when you are trying to access or manipulate data that references a field that is not defined in the operating concern you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition: The field you are trying to access may not be defined in the operating concern. This could happen if the field was added to the data model after the operating concern was created.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a mismatch between the configuration of the operating concern and the data you are trying to process.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been changes to the data model (like adding or removing characteristics or key figures) without updating the operating concern, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include the necessary updates to the operating concern.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify that the field you are trying to access is indeed defined in the operating concern. You can do this by navigating to the operating concern configuration in SAP.
  Update Operating Concern: If the field is missing, you may need to update the operating concern to include the new field. This can involve modifying the operating concern configuration to add the field.
  Recheck Data Model: Ensure that the data model is consistent and that all necessary fields are included in the operating concern.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific operating concern and the fields involved to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KE52 (Change Operating Concern) or KE54 (Display Operating Concern) to view and modify the operating concern settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on configuring operating concerns and fields.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program execution to identify where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO consultant for further assistance.