How To Fix KX601 - Define characteristics required for domain &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Define characteristics required for domain &

What causes this issue?

The domain assigned is based on a multi-level check table. Some of the
characteristics required for checking the foreign key are not contained
in the current structure.

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?

On the screen 'Compound characteristics', the missing characteristics
are recognized by '.....'. Define these characteristics by entering
field names and descriptions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX601 - Define characteristics required for domain & ?

  The SAP error message KX601 typically indicates that there is a missing configuration related to the characteristics required for a specific domain in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar modules. This error usually arises when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires certain characteristics to be defined, but they have not been set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The characteristics that are required for the domain in question have not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to the Profitability Analysis or the specific domain you are working with.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the required characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KX601 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for Profitability Analysis.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based or Costing-Based (depending on your setup) -> Define Characteristics.
  Ensure that all required characteristics for the domain are defined.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Characteristics:
  
  If you identify that certain characteristics are missing, you will need to define them. This may involve creating new characteristics or modifying existing ones to meet the requirements of the domain.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., Development to Production), ensure that all necessary transport requests were successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis to understand the specific characteristics required for your domain.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (Report for Profitability Analysis) and KE24 (Display Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to KX601 or Profitability Analysis that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the KX601 error in your SAP system.