How To Fix KY480 - First select at least one characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 480

• Message text: First select at least one characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY480 - First select at least one characteristic ?

  The SAP error message KY480 ("First select at least one characteristic") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires the selection of characteristics for analysis, but none have been selected.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user attempts to run a report or transaction that requires at least one characteristic to be selected for analysis, but the selection criteria are empty. Characteristics in SAP CO are attributes that define the data you want to analyze, such as cost centers, profit centers, or other dimensions.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KY480 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select Characteristics: Ensure that you have selected at least one characteristic in the selection screen of the report or transaction you are trying to execute. This could involve checking the fields for cost centers, profit centers, or any other relevant dimensions.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria to ensure that they are correctly filled out. If you are using a variant, make sure that the variant includes the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristics you are trying to select. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure which characteristics are required for the report or transaction, consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific report you are trying to run.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after ensuring that characteristics are selected, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to reporting in SAP CO, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items).
  Characteristics: Common characteristics in CO include cost centers, internal orders, profit centers, and segments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KY480 error and successfully execute your report or transaction in SAP.