How To Fix KL103 - KEKO-BWVAR &1 must be initial

KL103 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KL - Valuation Function Modules: Activity Allocation

• Message number: 103

• Message text: KEKO-BWVAR &1 must be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KL103 - KEKO-BWVAR &1 must be initial ?

  The SAP error message KL103, which states "KEKO-BWVAR &1 must be initial," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when there is an issue with the configuration of a characteristic or variable in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that a certain variable (represented by &1) in the KEKO table (which stores controlling area data) is expected to be empty (initial) but is not. This can happen due to several reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The variable might have been incorrectly set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the variable to be populated when it should not be.
  Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate the KEKO table, they might be causing this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KL103 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area and check the settings