How To Fix SLS062 - No PLVAR maintained in settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS - PAW - Message class

• Message number: 062

• Message text: No PLVAR maintained in settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS062 - No PLVAR maintained in settings ?

  The SAP error message SLS062: No PLVAR maintained in settings typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related functionalities. This error indicates that the system cannot find a Profitability Segment (PLVAR) that is required for processing.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The Profitability Segment (PLVAR) has not been defined or maintained in the system settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the controlling area or the specific application may not be correctly configured to include the necessary PLVAR.
  Data Entry Issues: The transaction or report being executed may reference a PLVAR that does not exist or is not active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SLS062 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check PLVAR Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for Profitability Analysis.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu.
  Navigate to Controlling > Profitability Analysis > Basic Settings > Define Profitability Segments.
  Ensure that the required PLVAR is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Maintain PLVAR in the Controlling Area:
  
  Ensure that the PLVAR is assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under Controlling > General Settings > Maintain Controlling Area.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Data:
  
  If you are executing a specific transaction, verify that the data being processed references a valid PLVAR.
  Ensure that the data entries are correct and that they correspond to the defined PLVAR.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE52 (Change Profitability Segment) and KE53 (Display Profitability Segment) for managing PLVAR.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify PLVAR settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLS062 error and ensure that your SAP system is correctly configured for Profitability Analysis.