How To Fix KX535 - Attributes switched off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 535

• Message text: Attributes switched off

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX535 - Attributes switched off ?

  The SAP error message KX535, which states "Attributes switched off," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when certain characteristics or attributes are not activated or are disabled for a particular report or analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Characteristics: The error usually arises when you attempt to execute a report or transaction that requires certain characteristics or attributes to be active, but they are not enabled in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the CO-PA module that have not been properly set up, leading to the deactivation of certain attributes.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain attributes or characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the CO-PA module and verify that the required characteristics are activated. This can typically be done in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the CO-PA settings.
  Ensure that the relevant attributes are set to "active" in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Report Settings:
  
  If you are running a specific report, check the selection criteria and ensure that all necessary attributes are included and activated in the report settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required characteristics. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristics and attributes relevant to your analysis or report.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as they can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports) and KE24 (for line item display) to troubleshoot and analyze the data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error KX535, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on CO-PA configuration and reporting to better understand how to manage attributes and characteristics effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KX535 error and ensure that the necessary attributes are activated for your reporting needs.