How To Fix KE_CHACO118 - &1 is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: &1 is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CHACO118 - &1 is active ?

  The SAP error message KE_CHACO118 typically indicates that a particular characteristic (or characteristic value) is currently active in the system, which may prevent certain operations from being performed, such as changing or deleting the characteristic.
  Cause:
  The error message KE_CHACO118 occurs when you attempt to perform an action on a characteristic that is currently active in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with controlling (CO) objects, where certain characteristics are required to be active for reporting or analysis purposes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Characteristic: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction KEA5 for CO-PA characteristics).
  Verify if the characteristic is indeed active and if it is necessary for your current operation.
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is not needed, you may consider deactivating it. This can usually be done in the same transaction where you checked its status.
  Ensure that deactivating the characteristic will not affect any reporting or analysis that relies on it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., CO-PA) to understand the implications of deactivating a characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or linked objects that require the characteristic to remain active. If there are, you may need to address those dependencies first.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system and the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with characteristics and controlling objects, such as KEA5 (for CO-PA characteristics) or KEB1 (for CO-PA planning).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to characteristics in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KE_CHACO118 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.