How To Fix KY350 - Process screen 'Characteristic values'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 350

• Message text: Process screen 'Characteristic values'

What causes this issue?

You have not fully processed screen 'Characteristic values'. On this
screen, you can limit characteristics to certain characteristic values
or variables. For some characteristics, an entry is mandatory.
Two possible error situations can exist on this screen:
RESET N1
Compulsory entry required
Variable changed subsequently
RESET N1
There are characteristics which have compulsory entries. In at least
one of these characteristics you have not entered anything.
When a variable is entered the system checks whether the corresponding
variable is allowed. If you have used a global variable it is possible
that since the time of your entering the global variable a change has
been made to it. Most especially that it has been deleted.

System Response

You cannot save the report until you have fully processed this screen.

How to fix this error?

RESET N1
Specify the fields containing question marks (mandatory entries). You
can either;
enter a fixed value,
enter a global variable with a mandatory entry or
enter a local variable and then, with the help of the 'Maintain
variable' function, set this variable to a mandatory entry.
If the second error situation can take place, you should first of all
delete the variables in all characteristics which contain variables,
with the help of the function 'Variable on/off'. Then, when you re-enter
a variable, the validity of the variable name is tested.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY350 - Process screen 'Characteristic values' ?

  The SAP error message KY350, which pertains to the "Process screen 'Characteristic values'," typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when there are issues related to the characteristic values being processed. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as missing or incorrect characteristic values, configuration issues, or data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic Values: The characteristic values required for the analysis may not be defined or may be missing in the master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the characteristics in the CO-PA module may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect or incomplete entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the characteristic values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Values: Verify that all required characteristic values are defined and available in the system. Ensure that the values are correctly assigned to the relevant master data.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings in the CO-PA module to ensure that all characteristics are properly set up. This includes checking the settings in the transaction code KEQ1 (for defining characteristics) and KEQ2 (for defining value fields).
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the data. You can use transaction codes like KE4S to check for inconsistencies in CO-PA data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the characteristic values. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and its context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for reporting in CO-PA), KE4S (for data consistency checks), and KEQ1/KEQ2 (for characteristic and value field definitions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the KY350 error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in CO-PA for further assistance.