How To Fix KE_CHACO001 - Field &1 from operating concern &2 has already been assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE_CHACO - Message class for operating concern merge/split

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Field &1 from operating concern &2 has already been assigned

MESS TEXT:Field &1 from operating concern &2 has already been assigned

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& from operating concern &V2& has already been assigned to
field &V3&.

System Response

Field &V4& cannot be assigned.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CHACO001 - Field &1 from operating concern &2 has already been assigned ?

  The SAP error message KE_CHACO001 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a field in the operating concern. Specifically, it means that the field you are trying to assign has already been assigned to another characteristic in the same operating concern. This typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to configure or modify characteristics and fields.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The field you are trying to assign is already linked to another characteristic in the operating concern.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings of the operating concern or characteristics.
  Data Consistency Issues: There might be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the operating concern in transaction code KEA0 (for CO-PA).
  Review the characteristics and fields that are already assigned to ensure that the field you are trying to assign is not already in use.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignment:
  
  If you find that the field is indeed assigned to another characteristic, you will need to either remove that assignment or choose a different field to assign.
  
  
  
  Modify Configuration:
  
  If necessary, modify the configuration of the operating concern to ensure that each field is uniquely assigned to a characteristic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring operating concerns and characteristics in CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KEA0 - Create/Change Operating Concern
  KEA1 - Create Characteristics
  KEA2 - Change Characteristics
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.