How To Fix KH890 - The total for characteristic "&1" cannot be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 890

• Message text: The total for characteristic "&1" cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

Characteristic "&V1&" was defined so that the total for all values
cannot be displayed.
This is usually the case when it would not make sense to aggregate data
for the different values of a characteristic. For example, it would not
make sense to add values in different currencies or with different
plan/actual indicators.

System Response

The function was not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Note that this function applies to the object that the cursor is
positioned on. If you move the cursor to another object, you may be
able to execute this function.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH890 - The total for characteristic "&1" cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message KH890, which states "The total for characteristic '&1' cannot be displayed," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with characteristics in a query or report that cannot be aggregated or displayed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The characteristic in question may not have any associated data in the underlying database or InfoProvider.
  Aggregation Issues: The characteristic may not be suitable for aggregation due to its data type or the way it is defined in the system.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, leading to issues in how totals are calculated or displayed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the specified characteristic.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the data source, such as inconsistencies or errors in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Ensure that there is data available for the characteristic in question. You can do this by running a basic query or report that includes the characteristic.
  Review Query Design: Examine the query design in the SAP Query Designer or BEx Query Designer. Ensure that the characteristic is correctly defined and that the aggregation settings are appropriate.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data for the characteristic. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data source to ensure there are no errors or inconsistencies that could be causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to error KH890. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSRT (Query Monitor) for analyzing and troubleshooting queries.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.