How To Fix KE_CHACO017 - Field &1 is missing from operating concern &2 and cannot be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Field &1 is missing from operating concern &2 and cannot be selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CHACO017 - Field &1 is missing from operating concern &2 and cannot be selected ?

  The SAP error message KE_CHACO017 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) is missing from the operating concern (denoted as &2) in the context of CO-PA (Controlling - Profitability Analysis). This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a field that has not been defined or is not available in the specified operating concern.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field you are trying to use in your report or analysis is not defined in the operating concern. This could be due to a configuration oversight or changes in the data model.
  Incorrect Operating Concern: You may be referencing the wrong operating concern that does not contain the required field.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the operating concern configuration, it may have resulted in the field being removed or not being activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Operating Concern Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the operating concern in transaction code KEA0 (Define Operating Concern).
  Verify that the field you are trying to use is indeed defined in the operating concern.
  
  
  
  Field Activation:
  
  If the field is not activated, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the configuration settings for the operating concern.
  Ensure that the field is included in the data structure for the operating concern.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Operating Concern:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct operating concern in your report or transaction. You can check the operating concern settings in the report or transaction you are using.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to CO-PA and operating concerns to understand the specific requirements for the fields you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the changes have been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEA0: Define Operating Concern
  KEI0: Maintain Characteristics
  KE4I: Maintain Value Fields
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on CO-PA and operating concerns.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.