How To Fix K/590 - System error during derivation: &-& was not found in the ABAP Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K/ -

• Message number: 590

• Message text: System error during derivation: &-& was not found in the ABAP Dictionary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K/590 - System error during derivation: &-& was not found in the ABAP Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message K/590 indicates that there is a system error during the derivation process, specifically stating that a certain object (denoted by &-&) was not found in the ABAP Dictionary. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when the system is trying to derive values for cost elements, cost centers, or other related objects, but cannot find the necessary definitions in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object: The object that the system is trying to reference (like a cost center, profit center, or other master data) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the derivation strategy or rules that leads to the system looking for an object that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the object was not included in the transport or was not activated properly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the system being unable to find the required object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object referenced in the error message exists in the ABAP Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check for the existence of the object.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings related to the derivation process in the CO module. Ensure that all necessary derivation rules are correctly set up and that they reference valid objects.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data to ensure that there are no missing or inconsistent entries. This can often be done through transaction codes like KAH1 (Create Cost Center) or KAH2 (Change Cost Center) to verify the data.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the derivation process to identify where the failure occurs. This may require assistance from a technical consultant or ABAP developer.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KEDR (Derivation) and KSV1 (Create Cost Center Planning) to manage and review derivation settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on the derivation process in CO to understand how it works and what might be causing the issue.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an SAP expert who can provide more in-depth assistance.