How To Fix KC218 - All costs using transaction KAFD were deleted.

KC218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KC - Cost Collector

• Message number: 218

• Message text: All costs using transaction KAFD were deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KC218 - All costs using transaction KAFD were deleted. ?

  The SAP error message KC218 indicates that all costs associated with a particular transaction using the transaction code KAFD (which is used for the analysis of cost centers) have been deleted. This message typically arises in the context of cost accounting and can be related to various issues, such as data inconsistencies, incorrect configurations, or user actions.
  Causes of Error KC218
  
  
  Data Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the costs were intentionally or unintentionally deleted from the system. This could happen due to user actions or batch jobs that remove data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cost center accounting module, leading to incorrect data handling.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage cost data, leading to the perception that costs have been deleted.
  
  
  System Errors: Bugs or errors in the SAP system can sometimes lead to unexpected data loss or corruption.
  
  
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