How To Fix KG1015 - Characteristic &1 must be included in the planning level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG1 - CO-PA planning

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Characteristic &1 must be included in the planning level

What causes this issue?

Characteristic '&V1&' is not included in the planning level.
In costing-based Profitability Analysis, the characteristics
'plan/actual indicator', 'version', 'transaction type', 'currency type'
and 'period/year' (or 'week/year', if the second period type is active)
must always be included in the planning layout.
The characteristics 'plan/actual indicator', 'version', 'period/year',
'controlling area' and 'cost element' are mandatory fields in
account-based Profitability Analysis.

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?

Include characteristic '&V1&' in the planning level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG1015 - Characteristic &1 must be included in the planning level ?

  The SAP error message KG1015 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1) is required to be included in the planning level for a particular planning scenario. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other planning-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to execute a planning transaction or report that requires a specific characteristic to be part of the planning level, but it is not included. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The planning level has not been configured to include the required characteristic.
  Incorrect Planning Level: The planning level being used does not match the characteristics needed for the planning process.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or characteristics that have not been reflected in the planning level configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KG1015 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Level Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the planning level in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the characteristic mentioned in the error message is included in the planning level.
  
  
  
  Modify Planning Level:
  
  If the characteristic is not included, you will need to modify the planning level to include it. This can typically be done in the SAP Easy Access menu under:
  
  Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Planning -> Define Planning Levels.
  
  
  Add the required characteristic to the planning level.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Scenario:
  
  Ensure that the planning scenario you are using is appropriate for the data and characteristics you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify planning levels.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the planning level and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the planning transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or KEPM (Profitability Analysis Planning) depending on your specific planning scenario.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the KG1015 error.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KG1015 error and successfully proceed with your planning activities in SAP.