How To Fix KK107 - & is not a valid characteristic name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: & is not a valid characteristic name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK107 - & is not a valid characteristic name ?

  The SAP error message KK107 typically indicates that a characteristic name you are trying to use in a configuration or costing scenario is not valid. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with product costing, variant configuration, or other areas where characteristics are defined.
  Cause of Error KK107
  
  Invalid Characteristic Name: The characteristic name you are using may not exist in the system or may have been misspelled.
  Inactive Characteristic: The characteristic might exist but is not active or has been deactivated.
  Incorrect Context: The characteristic may not be applicable in the context you are trying to use it (e.g., using a characteristic meant for a different configuration profile).
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the characteristic.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify that the characteristic name you are using is spelled correctly and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or characteristic management transaction (e.g., transaction CT04 for characteristics).
  
  
  Activate Characteristic: If the characteristic exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can typically be done in the characteristic maintenance transaction.
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile: Ensure that the characteristic is included in the relevant configuration profile or object. You can check this in the configuration profile settings.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the characteristic. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the characteristic's purpose or usage, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly define and use characteristics.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the error and identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance
  CU01: Configuration profile maintenance
  KK01: Create Costing Variant
  KK02: Change Costing Variant
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KK107 error and implement a suitable solution.