/ACCGO/CCK_DPQS237 - Enter a value range for characteristic &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS -

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Enter a value range for characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS237 - Enter a value range for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS237 Enter a value range for characteristic &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related areas.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that a value range for a specific characteristic (denoted by &1) has not been defined or is incomplete. Characteristics are used to filter or categorize data, and if a value range is not specified, the system cannot process the request.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a value range for the characteristic in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Characteristic: Check the error message to identify which characteristic is causing the issue. The &1 placeholder will be replaced with the actual characteristic name.
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area for the characteristic. This is usually found under:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Profitability Analysis ? Account-Based CO-PA or Costing-Based CO-PA ? Define Characteristics.
  
  
  
  
  
  Define Value Ranges:
  
  Locate the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that a value range is defined for it. This may involve specifying minimum and maximum values or other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After defining the value range, save your changes.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Re-run the transaction or report that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on characteristics and value ranges in CO-PA.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports) or KE24 (for CO-PA line item display) to test your changes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO consultant for further assistance, as there may be additional underlying issues or configurations that need to be addressed.