How To Fix KF427 - No value field was assigned for either fixed or variable costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 427

• Message text: No value field was assigned for either fixed or variable costs

What causes this issue?

The cycle &V2& was defined with the sender selection type "Split
costs". If no value field is assigned for either fixed or variable
costs, only the other category of costs will be updated when you
execute the cycle.

How to fix this error?

Check the value field assignment in assignment line &V3& of PA transfer
structure &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF427 - No value field was assigned for either fixed or variable costs ?

  The SAP error message KF427 ("No value field was assigned for either fixed or variable costs") typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a value field assignment, but the system cannot find a corresponding value field for the fixed or variable costs.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Value Field Assignment: The most common cause of this error is that the value field for fixed or variable costs has not been assigned in the configuration settings of the CO-PA module.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the operating concern or the value fields themselves.
  Data Issues: There might be missing or incorrect data in the master data or transaction data that is required for the calculation of fixed or variable costs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Value Field Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for CO-PA (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Profitability Analysis > Account-Based CO-PA > Define Value Fields.
  Ensure that the value fields for fixed and variable costs are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Operating Concern Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the operating concern (Transaction code: KEA0).
  Ensure that the value fields are properly defined and that they are linked to the correct characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data (such as cost centers, profit centers, etc.) is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the CO-PA data to identify any discrepancies that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (Report for CO-PA), KE4S (Settlement of CO-PA), and KEA0 (Operating Concern).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KF427 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on CO-PA configuration to ensure a thorough understanding of value field assignments and their importance in profitability analysis.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KF427 error in SAP.