How To Fix KY135 - Entry only possible if & is not specified in scr. 'Characteristic values'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Entry only possible if & is not specified in scr. 'Characteristic values'

What causes this issue?

On the screen 'Variables', you can specify those characteristics which
were defined in the form with a variable. If do not make any entries
here, it may be useful in certain situations to specify the appropriate
characteristic values on the 'Characteristic Values' screen. However,
you cannot make entries on both screens for the same characteristic,
because this may give misleading results.

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?

You can go to the 'Characteristic Value' screen and remove the entry
you made for characteristic &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY135 - Entry only possible if & is not specified in scr. 'Characteristic values' ?

  The SAP error message KY135, which states "Entry only possible if & is not specified in scr. 'Characteristic values'," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with characteristic values in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related modules.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to enter or modify characteristic values in a way that conflicts with the system's requirements or settings. Specifically, it indicates that a certain characteristic value is being specified when it should not be, or that the entry is not allowed due to the configuration of the characteristic values in the system.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic values may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered a value that is not allowed for the specific characteristic.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the characteristic values.
  System Settings: The system settings for the characteristic values may restrict certain entries based on the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KY135 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the characteristic values in the relevant module (e.g., CO-PA).
  Ensure that the characteristic values are set up correctly and that there are no restrictions that would prevent the entry.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the values you are trying to enter. Make sure they comply with the allowed values for the characteristic.
  If you are unsure about the allowed values, consult the documentation or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the characteristic values.
  If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the characteristic values and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., KE30 for CO-PA reports) that may help in troubleshooting.
  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 the cause of the KY135 error and implement a suitable solution.