How To Fix KH880 - Characteristic "&" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 880

• Message text: Characteristic "&" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH880 - Characteristic "&" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KH880, which states "Characteristic '&' does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other areas where characteristics are used for reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Characteristic: The error indicates that the characteristic you are trying to use (represented by "&") does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the characteristic name or an attempt to reference a characteristic that has not been defined in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic may not have been configured properly in the relevant data structures, such as InfoObjects in SAP BW or characteristics in CO-PA.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain characteristics, leading to this error.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as the deletion or renaming of characteristics, this could lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify that the characteristic name you are using is correct. Look for any typos or incorrect references.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the characteristic is properly defined in the relevant configuration settings. For CO-PA, check the characteristics in the operating concern.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Data Model Review: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure that the characteristic is still valid and has not been deleted or renamed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KEA5 (for CO-PA) or RSA1 (for BW) to check the configuration of characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KH880 error and implement a solution.