How To Fix KF518 - Operating concern &1 will be deleted in client &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Operating concern &1 will be deleted in client &2

What causes this issue?

The settings for operating concern &V1& will be deleted in client &V2&.
After that you can no longer use the data.

How to fix this error?

If you do not want to delete the operating concern, choose "Cancel".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF518 - Operating concern &1 will be deleted in client &2 ?

  The SAP error message KF518 indicates that an operating concern is set to be deleted in a specific client. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) and is related to the configuration of operating concerns in Profitability Analysis (CO-PA).
  Cause:
  The error message KF518 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Deletion of Operating Concern: The operating concern you are trying to access or use has been marked for deletion in the specified client.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings related to the operating concern.
  Client-Specific Settings: The operating concern might be valid in one client but not in another, leading to this error when trying to access it in a client where it is marked for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KF518 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Operating Concern Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 (or OKB0 for operating concern settings) to check the status of the operating concern in question.
  Verify if the operating concern is indeed marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Restore or Recreate the Operating Concern:
  
  If the operating concern is marked for deletion and you need it, you may need to restore it or recreate it if it was deleted unintentionally.
  If you have a backup or a transport request, you can use that to restore the operating concern.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the operating concern is properly configured in the client you are working in. You may need to replicate the settings from another client where the operating concern is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to operating concerns and profitability analysis for any specific instructions or considerations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is affecting critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKB9, OKB0, and KE52 (for changing operating concerns).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Profitability Analysis (CO-PA): Understanding the broader context of CO-PA and how operating concerns function within it can help in troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KF518 error and ensure that your operating concern is correctly configured and accessible in the desired client.