How To Fix KW387 - Parameter &1 not yet maintained in the environment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Parameter &1 not yet maintained in the environment

What causes this issue?

The new parameter &V1& to be inserted does not exist yet.

System Response

The templates cannot be changed.

How to fix this error?

Please insert the parameter in the environment maintenance first.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW387 - Parameter &1 not yet maintained in the environment ?

  The SAP error message KW387, which states "Parameter &1 not yet maintained in the environment," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related functionalities. This error indicates that a required configuration parameter has not been set up in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specific parameter (denoted by &1) has not been defined in the system. This could be a missing entry in a configuration table or a required setting that has not been maintained.
  Incorrect Environment: The environment (such as a client or company code) you are working in may not have the necessary settings or parameters configured.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KW387 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Parameter: Check the error message for the specific parameter name (it will replace &1). This will give you a clue about what is missing.
  
  
  Maintain the Parameter:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP. This could be in the SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) menu, where you can navigate to the specific area related to the parameter.
  For example, if the parameter is related to CO-PA, you might need to check the settings under:
  
  Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based CO-PA or Costing-Based CO-PA.
  
  
  Ensure that the parameter is properly maintained for the relevant environment (client, company code, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the configuration was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the parameter in question. This can provide insights into what values are expected and how to configure them.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the KW387 error for any specific fixes or additional guidance. You can search for the error message in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in maintaining the parameters, such as:
  
  SPRO (to access the configuration settings)
  SE11 (to view table entries)
  SE37 (to check function modules related to the error)
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.