How To Fix KF412 - & is not an allowed type of Profitability Analysis

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 412

• Message text: & is not an allowed type of Profitability Analysis

What causes this issue?

&V1& was specified as the type of CO-PA for the tracing factors in
cycle &V2&. This type is not allowed.

System Response

The cost center transfer abended.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of cycle &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF412 - & is not an allowed type of Profitability Analysis ?

  The SAP error message KF412 indicates that the type of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) you are trying to use is not allowed for the operation you are attempting to perform. This error typically arises in the context of Profitability Analysis when there is a mismatch between the data being processed and the configuration settings in the system.
  Cause of Error KF412
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The Profitability Analysis settings in the system may not be configured to allow the type of analysis you are trying to perform. This could be due to settings in the controlling area or the characteristics and value fields defined for the analysis.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being processed may not match the expected types defined in the Profitability Analysis configuration. For example, if you are trying to post data to a characteristic that is not allowed for the specific type of analysis, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation on the specified type of Profitability Analysis.
  
  
  Solution to Error KF412
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for Profitability Analysis in the SAP system. Ensure that the characteristics and value fields you are using are correctly set up for the type of analysis you are trying to perform. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based or Costing-Based -> Define Characteristics and Value Fields.
  
  
  
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data you are trying to post or analyze is compatible with the Profitability Analysis type. Check for any discrepancies in the data types or formats.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the Profitability Analysis configuration and the types of analyses supported.
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration, conduct tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the Profitability Analysis functions as expected.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KE30: For displaying reports in Profitability Analysis.
  KE24: For displaying line items in Profitability Analysis.
  SPRO: For accessing configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error KF412, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KF412 error and implement a solution to resolve it.