How To Fix KH883 - The value for characteristic &1 is not unique. Reposition the cursor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 883

• Message text: The value for characteristic &1 is not unique. Reposition the cursor

What causes this issue?

The cursor position does not specify a unique characteristic value for
the characteristic "&V1&". For this reason, no callup can be made via
the report interface.

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?

Position the cursor on a different cell.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH883 - The value for characteristic &1 is not unique. Reposition the cursor ?

  The SAP error message KH883 indicates that there is an issue with the characteristic value in a planning or reporting context, typically within the context of CO (Controlling) or profitability analysis. The message means that the system has encountered multiple entries for the characteristic specified (denoted as &1), and it cannot determine which one to use because the value is not unique.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Unique Characteristic Values: The characteristic specified in the error message has multiple entries in the database, leading to ambiguity.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be duplicate entries in the master data or transaction data that are causing the system to be unable to identify a single value.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in a report or planning function may not be specific enough to narrow down to a unique characteristic value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the characteristic in question. Ensure that there are no duplicate entries that could lead to ambiguity.
  Refine Selection Criteria: If you are running a report or planning function, try to refine your selection criteria to ensure that it points to a unique characteristic value.
  Use Filters: Apply filters in your report or planning layout to limit the data set to a more manageable size, which may help in identifying the unique characteristic.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your data to identify and resolve any duplicates or inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic in question and how to manage it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KE30 (for reports) or KEB0 (for planning) to analyze the data related to the characteristic.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the data related to the characteristic.
  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 KH883 error and ensure that the characteristic values are unique for your reporting or planning needs.