How To Fix KG848 - The distribution profile & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 848

• Message text: The distribution profile & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The distribution profile &V1& is entered in the planner profile.
However, this distribution profile has not been defined. Probably it
existed before but has been deleted.

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?

Change the planner profile or create distribution profile &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG848 - The distribution profile & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KG848, which states "The distribution profile & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or Cost Center Accounting (CCA) when the system is unable to find a specified distribution profile. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to execute a distribution or allocation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Profile: The most common cause is that the distribution profile specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The distribution profile may not have been configured correctly or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the distribution profile.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the distribution profile name entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Profile:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for Profitability Analysis or Cost Center Accounting.
  Check if the distribution profile exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Distribution Profile:
  
  If the distribution profile does not exist, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it as needed.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the distribution profile.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the name of the distribution profile entered in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to create or manage distribution profiles.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP26 (for planning), KSV5 (for distribution), and others related to CO-PA or CCA.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KG848 error and ensure that the distribution profile is correctly set up in your SAP system.