How To Fix KG026 - In planning layout &, select a characteristic with no more than & char.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 026

• Message text: In planning layout &, select a characteristic with no more than & char.

What causes this issue?

In screen structure &V1&, the field for the characteristic value of the
segment was defined with a length of &V2& character(s). However, here
the selected characteristic &V3& has &V4& character(s).

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?

Choose a characteristic with a shorter value, or select another screen
structure (from the previous screen).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG026 - In planning layout &, select a characteristic with no more than & char. ?

  The SAP error message KG026 typically occurs in the context of planning layouts in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization). This error indicates that the user has selected too many characteristics in a planning layout, exceeding the system's limit for the number of characteristics that can be used in a single planning layout.
  Cause:
  The error message KG026 is triggered when:
  
  The user attempts to create or modify a planning layout and selects more characteristics than the allowed limit.
  The system has a predefined limit on the number of characteristics that can be included in a planning layout, which is often set to a specific number (e.g., 10, 20, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KG026 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selected Characteristics: Check the characteristics you have selected in your planning layout. Ensure that the total number does not exceed the allowed limit.
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Characteristics: If you have selected too many characteristics, try to reduce the number by:
  
  Removing less critical characteristics.
  Combining similar characteristics if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check System Settings: If you believe that the limit is too restrictive for your planning needs, you may want to consult with your SAP Basis or BW/ABAP team to see if the limit can be adjusted in the system settings.
  
  
  Create Multiple Layouts: If you need to work with a large number of characteristics, consider creating multiple planning layouts, each with a different set of characteristics.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the limits for your version of SAP BW or APO, as these can vary.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have known issues that are documented in SAP Notes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in planning have adequate training on how to create and manage planning layouts effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KG026 error and successfully create or modify your planning layout in SAP.