How To Fix KG387 - Line cannot be retrieved because ratio & does not exist

KG387 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Line cannot be retrieved because ratio & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The selected ratio scheme line cannot be retrieved because the ratio
assigned to it has already been deleted. You cannot retrieve ratio
scheme lines that are marked for deletion unless the corresponding
ratio is still active.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG387 - Line cannot be retrieved because ratio & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KG387, which states "Line cannot be retrieved because ratio & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or profitability analysis.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Ratio Definition: The specific ratio that the system is trying to access does not exist in the configuration. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the cost object or the controlling area may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the required ratio.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables that the system relies on to retrieve the ratio.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations