How To Fix KH854 - Entry "&-&" in table T237 contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 854

• Message text: Entry "&-&" in table T237 contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH854 - Entry "&-&" in table T237 contains errors ?

  The SAP error message KH854 indicates that there is an issue with an entry in the table T237, which is related to the configuration of the costing variant in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in Product Costing. The error message typically arises when there is an inconsistency or incorrect configuration in the costing variant settings.
  Cause:
  The error message KH854 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The costing variant may not be properly configured, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Missing Entries: Required entries in the T237 table may be missing or incomplete.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the costing variant, such as incorrect settings for valuation classes or cost elements.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KH854 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the costing variant in the SAP system.
  Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Table T237:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the contents of table T237.
  Look for the specific entry indicated in the error message (e.g., "&-&") and check for any inconsistencies or missing data.
  
  
  
  Correct Missing Entries:
  
  If you find that there are missing entries or incorrect configurations, you can add or correct them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Re-transport the configuration if necessary, ensuring that all dependencies are included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to costing variants and table T237 for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the costing variant functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  OKKN: Costing Variants
  OKEQ: Define Costing Variants
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to costing variants and table T237.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KH854 error in your SAP system.