How To Fix KY159 - Choose characteristics first

KY159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Choose characteristics first

What causes this issue?

You have not yet chosen any characteristics for the report.

System Response

You cannot display the layout or run the report until you have chosen
characteristics.

How to fix this error?

Go to the 'Characteristic' screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY159 - Choose characteristics first ?

  The SAP error message KY159 "Choose characteristics first" typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires you to select characteristics before proceeding. This error indicates that the system expects you to specify certain characteristics (like market segments, products, or other dimensions) before it can process your request.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: You have not selected any characteristics in the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Sequence: The system requires a specific sequence of actions, and you may have skipped the step of selecting characteristics.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the CO-PA module that prevent the selection of characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Characteristics: Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction and ensure that you have selected the necessary characteristics. This may include dimensions like:
  
  Product
  Customer
  Region
  Time period
  Any other relevant dimensions
  
  
  
  Check Report Layout: If you are using