How To Fix KX058 - Specify the characteristic values further

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Specify the characteristic values further

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX058 - Specify the characteristic values further ?

  The SAP error message KX058 ("Specify the characteristic values further") typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires more specific characteristic values to be defined. This error indicates that the system needs additional information to process the request.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Characteristic Values: The report or transaction you are trying to execute requires specific characteristic values (like product, customer, region, etc.) that have not been provided.
  Incomplete Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered are too broad, and the system cannot determine which specific data to retrieve.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the characteristics in the CO-PA module, leading to the requirement for more specific values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KX058 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction and ensure that you have specified all necessary characteristic values. This may include entering values for key characteristics that are relevant to your analysis.
  
  
  
  Add Specific Values:
  
  If you are using a range of values, try to narrow it down to specific values. For example, instead of selecting all products, specify a particular product or a smaller range.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the characteristics in CO-PA. Ensure that the characteristics are properly defined and that there are no missing links or settings that could cause this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report or transaction you are using. There may be additional requirements or notes regarding the selection criteria.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the missing characteristic values, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various CO-PA related transaction codes, such as KE30 (Report for CO-PA) or KE24 (Display Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data you are trying to retrieve, as lack of access can sometimes lead to similar errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KX058 error and successfully execute your report or transaction in SAP.