How To Fix KX879 - Field &1 is not available or has the wrong check table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 879

• Message text: Field &1 is not available or has the wrong check table &2

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

There are two causes of the error:
Field '&V1&' is not available in the field catalog.
The check table '&V2&' of field '&V1&' is not the same as the reference
table of the key figure.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX879 - Field &1 is not available or has the wrong check table &2 ?

  The SAP error message KX879 indicates that there is an issue with a field in a particular context, specifically that the field is either not available or is associated with the wrong check table. This error typically arises in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders, where certain fields are expected to have valid entries based on predefined check tables.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Available: The field referenced in the error message may not exist in the current context or configuration. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incorrect field reference.
  Wrong Check Table: The field may be linked to a check table that does not match the expected values or is incorrectly defined in the system. This can happen if the check table has been modified or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Availability: Verify that the field mentioned in the error message is correctly defined in the relevant data structure or configuration. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (SE11) for the field and its associated table.
  Validate Check Table: Ensure that the check table associated with the field is correctly defined and contains the expected values. You can check the table definition and its entries to confirm this.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries. This may involve checking master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  Review Customizations: If there have been any custom developments or modifications in the system, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue. Custom fields or tables may need to be adjusted to align with standard SAP behavior.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with. There may be known issues or additional guidance available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KX879 error and implement a suitable solution.