How To Fix KD014 - Enter an existing source structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Enter an existing source structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD014 - Enter an existing source structure ?

  The SAP error message KD014, which states "Enter an existing source structure," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to create or modify a data structure that does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Non-existent Source Structure: The source structure you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the name or the structure not being created yet.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the source structure.
  Configuration Issues: The source structure may not have been properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KD014 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Source Structure:
  
  Verify that the source structure you are trying to enter actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Use transaction codes like KEDR (for CO-PA) or KEDR (for CO) to check existing structures.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the name of the source structure you are entering.
  
  
  
  Create the Source Structure:
  
  If the source structure does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for CO or CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the source structure. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are still unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for CO and CO-PA, such as KEDR, KE4S, and KE5S.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error.
  Training and Documentation: Consider additional training or documentation on CO and CO-PA configurations to better understand how source structures are managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KD014 error and implement a solution.