How To Fix KA214 - The description has been saved

KA214 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 214

• Message text: The description has been saved

What causes this issue?

The name for the account key has been saved.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA214 - The description has been saved ?

  The SAP error message KA214 ("The description has been saved") typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost elements or cost centers. This message is not necessarily an error but rather an informational message indicating that a description or text has been successfully saved in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  The message KA214 is triggered when a user attempts to save a description for a cost element, cost center, or other related objects in the SAP system. It indicates that the action was successful, and the description has been recorded in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  Since KA214 is an informational message rather than an error, there is no specific "solution" required. However, if you are encountering issues related to this message, consider the following:
  
  Verify Data Entry: Ensure that the description you entered is correct and meets any character limits or formatting requirements.
  Check for Additional Messages: If you are expecting a