How To Fix KE_CHACO036 - Note the effects of the program. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Note the effects of the program. See long text

MESS TEXT: Note the effects that the program has. See long text

What causes this issue?

Program &V1& copies CO-PA transaction data from source operating
concerns into target operating concerns cases the assignment of
controlling areas to operating concerns is to be changed.

System Response

Incorrect use of the program can lead to serious data inconsistencies.

How to fix this error?

Only use this program after discussing the matter with CO-PA
development at SAP.

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_CHACO036 - Note the effects of the program. See long text ?

  The SAP error message KE_CHACO036 typically relates to issues in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the area of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or Cost Center Accounting. This error message indicates that there is a problem with the assignment of a cost element or a cost center, which can affect the processing of cost allocations or profitability analysis.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Master Data: The cost element or cost center may not be properly defined or may be missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or in the assignment of cost elements to cost centers.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect or incomplete entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the relevant data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE_CHACO036 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the cost element and cost center involved in the transaction are correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that they are active and assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Controlling module to ensure that cost elements are correctly assigned to cost centers.
  Review the settings for the relevant controlling area to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any inconsistencies in the data.
  Use transaction codes like KAH1 (for cost centers) or KA01 (for cost elements) to review and correct any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to the cost element or cost center.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required access rights.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message may have a long text that provides additional details about the specific issue. You can access this by clicking on the message or using the appropriate function in SAP to view the long text.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal or through the transaction SNOTE.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), and KAH1 (Create Cost Center) for managing cost centers and elements.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Controlling and Profitability Analysis for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the KE_CHACO036 error message in SAP.