How To Fix /PRA/CHECK_INPUT179 - Factor field number &1 is not valid

/PRA/CHECK_INPUT179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CHECK_INPUT -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Factor field number &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT179 - Factor field number &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT179 Factor field number &1 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a factor field number that does not exist or is not valid in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Factor Field Number: The factor field number specified in the error message does not correspond to any defined factor field in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Profitability Analysis settings, such as missing or incorrectly defined characteristics or value fields.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect factor field number during data entry or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of configuration changes, the factor field may not have been properly transported or activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Factor Field Number: Check the factor field number mentioned in the error message. Ensure that