How To Fix KE_CHACO037 - A data export has already been performed for operating concerns &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE_CHACO - Message class for operating concern merge/split

• Message number: 037

• Message text: A data export has already been performed for operating concerns &1 and &2

MESS TEXT: A data export has already been performed for operating
concerns &1 and &2

What causes this issue?

A data export has already been performed in the update run for
operating concerns &V1& and &V2&. This involved output file &V3& and
the error log &V4&.

System Response

Processing cannot continue because this would overwrite the files of
the update run.

How to fix this error?

Choose different file names.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CHACO037 - A data export has already been performed for operating concerns &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message KE_CHACO037 indicates that a data export has already been performed for the specified operating concerns. This typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) and the transfer of data to other systems or applications.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to perform a data export for an operating concern that has already been exported. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate attempts to execute the export process.
  A previous export process that was not completed successfully, leading to a lock on the operating concern.
  Misconfiguration or incorrect settings in the export process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE_CHACO037 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Export Status: Verify if the data export for the specified operating concerns has indeed been completed. You can do this by checking the logs or status in the relevant transaction (e.g., KE4S, KE4T).
  
  
  Review Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any entries related to the export process. This can provide insights into what went wrong or if the export was successful.
  
  
  Delete Incomplete Exports: If you find that an export was incomplete or failed, you may need to delete the incomplete export data. This can often be done through specific transactions or programs designed to clean up export data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system. There may be specific patches or notes that address this issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that there are no locks on the operating concern that might prevent the export from being executed again. You can check for locks using transaction SM12.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE4S (for exporting CO-PA data) and KE4T (for transferring CO-PA data).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to KE_CHACO037 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system configuration for CO-PA and data export processes is set up correctly, including any necessary authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.