How To Fix KD289 - Flow trace activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 289

• Message text: Flow trace activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD289 - Flow trace activated ?

  The SAP error message KD289, which states "Flow trace activated," typically indicates that the flow trace functionality has been enabled in the system. This feature is used for debugging and tracing the flow of data in the system, particularly in the context of controlling and costing.
  
  Cause:
  The error message KD289 is not necessarily an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message indicating that the flow trace is currently active. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Flow Trace Activation: The flow trace has been activated for a particular controlling area or for a specific user session.
  Debugging Session: A user or developer may have activated the flow trace to troubleshoot issues related to cost accounting or controlling.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to automatically activate flow tracing under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the message or to deactivate the flow trace, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Deactivate Flow Trace:
  
  Go to the transaction code