How To Fix KF421 - You have not specified a PA transfer structure or value fields (fxd/var.)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 421

• Message text: You have not specified a PA transfer structure or value fields (fxd/var.)

What causes this issue?

Cycle &V1& was defined for the sender selection type "Split costs". If
costing-based CO-PA is active, you need to assign the overhead costs to
value fields in CO-PA. You can do this by specifying either fixed value
fields for fixed and variable costs or a PA transfer structure.
If you explicitly enter fixed value fields, and if account-based CO-PA
is also active, you must enter one value field for fixed costs AND one
value field for variable costs, otherwise only one type of costs will
be transferred to account-based CO-PA.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter either a PA transfer structure or value fields for fixed and
variable costs.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF421 - You have not specified a PA transfer structure or value fields (fxd/var.) ?

  The SAP error message KF421, "You have not specified a PA transfer structure or value fields (fxd/var.)", typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a Profitability Analysis (PA) transfer structure or value fields, but these have not been defined or specified correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing PA Transfer Structure: The system requires a PA transfer structure to be defined for the report or transaction you are trying to execute. If this structure is not specified, the error will occur.
  Value Fields Not Defined: The value fields that are necessary for the analysis may not be defined or may not be correctly assigned to the PA transfer structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the CO-PA module, such as missing or incorrect settings in the operating concern or the characteristics and value fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define PA Transfer Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code KEI1 (Create PA Transfer Structure) or KEI2 (Change PA Transfer Structure).
  Ensure that a valid PA transfer structure is created and assigned to the relevant operating concern.
  Make sure that the structure includes the necessary characteristics and value fields.
  
  
  
  Check Value Fields:
  
  Use transaction code KEI3 (Display PA Transfer Structure) to review the value fields associated with the transfer structure.
  Ensure that the required value fields (fixed/variable) are defined and correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the CO-PA module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Verify that the operating concern is correctly configured and that all necessary characteristics and value fields are included.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by executing the report or transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEI1: Create PA Transfer Structure
  KEI2: Change PA Transfer Structure
  KEI3: Display PA Transfer Structure
  KE4S: Transfer Structure for CO-PA
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring CO-PA and defining PA transfer structures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.