How To Fix KM640 - Specify a value for characteristic &1 (for dependent characteristic &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Specify a value for characteristic &1 (for dependent characteristic &2)

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a value for the characteristic "&V1&" in the
planning layout, but the characteristic "&V2&" is dependent on the
value for that characteristic.

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?

Specify a value for "&V1&" in the general data selection or in the
definition of either the rows or the columns.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM640 - Specify a value for characteristic &1 (for dependent characteristic &2) ?

  The SAP error message KM640 indicates that a value must be specified for a characteristic in a dependent characteristic scenario. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where characteristics are used to define the properties of a material or object, and some characteristics depend on the values of others.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A dependent characteristic (characteristic &2) requires a value based on the value of an independent characteristic (characteristic &1), but no value has been provided for the independent characteristic.
  The system is unable to determine the value for the dependent characteristic because the prerequisite value is missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Characteristics: Determine which characteristics are involved in the error message. Characteristic &1 is the independent characteristic, and characteristic &2 is the dependent characteristic.
  
  
  Provide a Value: Ensure that a valid value is specified for the independent characteristic (characteristic &1). This can typically be done in the classification view of the material or object you are working with.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependency settings in the classification system to ensure that the relationships between the characteristics are correctly defined. You may need to adjust the dependencies if they are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Validate Input: After entering the value for the independent characteristic, validate the input to ensure that it meets any constraints or requirements defined in the system.
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction: Once the value is provided, reprocess the transaction that triggered the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: Understand how the classification system works in SAP, including how characteristics and their dependencies are defined.
  Characteristic Values: Familiarize yourself with the possible values for the characteristics involved, as well as any specific rules that may apply.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or guides related to classification and characteristics for more detailed information on setting up and managing characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.