How To Fix KH208 - Key figure scheme & contains errors -> check definition

KH208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Key figure scheme & contains errors -> check definition

What causes this issue?

In routine &V4&, a help field has become too long when processing line
&V1& &V2&.
Linestack: &V2& &V3&

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?

Check key figure scheme &V1&, in particular for recurrences, incorrect
brackets, unknown characters, etc. If no errors can be found in Table
T237, the error in routine &V4& must be looked for in MKEBGF20.
If the key figure scheme is correct but the length of the line (512) is
not sufficient, you can increase the field TERM in MKEBGTOP. All other
help fields will be adapted to fit this.
<DS:TRAN.SM31>Check key figure scheme &V1& in T237</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH208 - Key figure scheme & contains errors -> check definition ?

  The SAP error message KH208 indicates that there are issues with the key figure scheme in your SAP system, specifically that it contains errors and requires a check of its definition. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other reporting functionalities that utilize key figures.
  Causes of KH208 Error
  
  Incorrect Key Figure Definition: The key figure scheme may have been defined incorrectly, leading to inconsistencies in the data or calculations.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields or data elements may be missing, which can cause the key figure scheme to fail validation.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been recent changes to the underlying data structure or master data, it may affect the key figure scheme.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the key figure scheme.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues