How To Fix KX188 - Characteristic values inserted but existing values not reinserted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Characteristic values inserted but existing values not reinserted

What causes this issue?

You tried to insert a range of nodes. Within the range you entered,
there were some characteristic values which are already contained in
the hierarchy.

System Response

All characteristic values which were not already contained in the
hierarchy were accepted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX188 - Characteristic values inserted but existing values not reinserted ?

  The SAP error message KX188, which states "Characteristic values inserted but existing values not reinserted," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to update or insert characteristic values in a CO-PA document. This error indicates that while new characteristic values were successfully inserted, the system encountered an issue when attempting to reinsert existing values.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect characteristic values that are required for the re-insertion.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the characteristics in CO-PA may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to reinsert existing values.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation, which can lead to partial updates.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or problems with the update logic in the program.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data being processed to ensure that all required characteristic values are present and correct. You may need to validate the data in the source documents.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the characteristics in CO-PA. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined and that there are no missing configurations.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles or permissions.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the specific point of failure.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  Reprocess the Data: If the error is due to a temporary issue, you may try to reprocess the data after ensuring that all the above checks are completed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in CO-PA, such as KE30 (Report for CO-PA) or KE4S (Transfer of CO-PA Data).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to CO-PA and characteristic values for a deeper understanding of how these elements interact.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.