How To Fix KW338 - Field & from Table & is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Field & from Table & is not supported

What causes this issue?

The field &V1& is not found in Table &V2&, or is not supported in
environment &V3&, or the table itself will not be supported in the
environment. That is, the table field should not be chosen as a
physical execution of a function for a template environment.

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?

Check your input and choose a valid table field or table with F4
(Help).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW338 - Field & from Table & is not supported ?

  The SAP error message KW338, which states "Field & from Table & is not supported," typically occurs in the context of SAP's pricing and condition techniques, particularly when working with condition records or pricing procedures. This error indicates that a specific field from a specified table is not supported in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported Field: The field you are trying to access or manipulate is not supported in the current context, possibly due to limitations in the pricing procedure or condition type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the pricing procedure or condition records that leads to the system not recognizing the field.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, they might be interfering with standard functionality.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to fail when trying to access the field.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the pricing procedure and condition types to ensure that all fields being used are supported. You can do this in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Pricing > Pricing Control > Define Pricing Procedures.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records: Ensure that the condition records you are trying to access are correctly set up and that the fields being referenced are valid for those records.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant pricing routines to see where the error is being triggered and what fields are being accessed.
  
  
  Check for Enhancements: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications in your SAP system, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue. You may need to consult with your ABAP developers.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to pricing procedures and condition types to ensure you are using the correct fields and tables.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VK11 / VK12 for maintaining condition records.
  V/08 for maintaining pricing procedures.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.