How To Fix KG793 - Operating concern & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 793

• Message text: Operating concern & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG793 - Operating concern & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KG793, which states "Operating concern & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when the system cannot find the specified operating concern in the database. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Operating Concern: The operating concern specified in the transaction or report does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified operating concern.
  Configuration Issues: The operating concern may not be properly configured or may have been deleted or not created in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the operating concern.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Operating Concern:
  
  Check the operating concern you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  You can check the operating concerns in the SAP system by navigating to Transaction Code: OKKP (Maintain Operating Concerns).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the operating concern. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If the operating concern does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the configuration or data related to the operating concern.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on how to manage operating concerns and troubleshoot related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKP: Maintain Operating Concerns
  KE52: Change Operating Concern
  KE53: Display Operating Concern
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message KG793. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP CO-PA for further assistance.