How To Fix KE520 - Data has not changed

KE520 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Data has not changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE520 - Data has not changed ?

  The SAP error message KE520 ("Data has not changed") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post or save data in a CO-related transaction, such as when you are attempting to change or update a cost center, internal order, or other CO objects. This error indicates that the system has detected that the data you are trying to save is identical to the existing data, and therefore, no changes are made.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Actual Changes: The most common cause of this error is that the data you are trying to save is exactly the same as what is already stored in the system. SAP does not allow saving of identical data to prevent unnecessary database writes.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, users may think they are making changes, but the values entered are the same as the existing ones.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the system