How To Fix >A224 - Data export: Header data at key date &1 cannot be created.

>A224 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >A -

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Data export: Header data at key date &1 cannot be created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >A224 - Data export: Header data at key date &1 cannot be created. ?

  The SAP error message A224 ("Data export: Header data at key date &1 cannot be created") typically occurs during the data export process, particularly when dealing with master data or infotypes in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to create header data for a specific key date, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the key date may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Key Date: The key date specified may not be valid or may not correspond to any existing records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the header data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the creation of the header data.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., HR, Finance) may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the necessary master