How To Fix KY422 - Report &1 cannot be executed (characteristic deleted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 422

• Message text: Report &1 cannot be executed (characteristic deleted)

What causes this issue?

Report &V1& can no longer be executed as the selected characteristic
&V2& for the report, is no longer available due to a change to the
data basis.

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 should delete report &V1&. If you wish to have a report in the
report portfolio again, which corresponds to the deleted one, you
should transfer it again into the report portfolio.
If this is too much effort, as several reports from the report
portfolio are affected by changes to the database, it is recommended
that you undo the changes to the database.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY422 - Report &1 cannot be executed (characteristic deleted) ?

  The SAP error message KY422 indicates that a report cannot be executed because a characteristic that is required for the report has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other reporting functionalities where specific characteristics are essential for generating reports.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Characteristic: The primary cause of this error is that a characteristic that was previously used in the report has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to changes in the data model, such as the removal of a characteristic from the InfoObject or the data source.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model, such as modifications to the characteristics used in the report, can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration or settings in the reporting environment may also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Deleted Characteristic: Check the report definition to identify which characteristic has been deleted. This may involve reviewing the report's configuration or the underlying data model.
  Restore the Characteristic: If the characteristic is essential for the report, consider restoring it. This may involve re-adding the characteristic to the data model or InfoObject.
  Modify the Report: If restoring the characteristic is not feasible, you may need to modify the report to remove the dependency on the deleted characteristic. This could involve changing the selection criteria or the layout of the report.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other reports or processes that depend on the deleted characteristic. If there are, you may need to address those as well.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report and the characteristics involved to understand any additional steps that may be necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or KOB1 (Actual Line Items) to investigate the characteristics and reports.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KY422 error and successfully execute the report.