How To Fix KF523 - Attributes for operating concern &2 were deleted in client &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 523

• Message text: Attributes for operating concern &2 were deleted in client &1

What causes this issue?

The attributes for operating concern &V2& were deleted in client &V1&.

System Response

You can no longer use the operating concern in client &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF523 - Attributes for operating concern &2 were deleted in client &1 ?

  The SAP error message KF523 indicates that attributes for an operating concern have been deleted in a specific client. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) and can affect the functionality of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) if the operating concern is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  
  Deletion of Attributes: The error is triggered when the system detects that certain attributes related to the operating concern have been deleted. This could happen due to:
  
  Manual deletion of attributes by a user.
  Changes made during system upgrades or migrations.
  Inconsistent data or configuration issues in the client.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Issues: The error is client-specific, meaning that the attributes may exist in other clients but are missing in the one you are currently working in.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the operating concern in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the following path:
  
  SPRO > Controlling > Profitability Analysis > Account-Based > Define Operating Concern
  
  
  Verify that all necessary attributes are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Restore Deleted Attributes:
  
  If attributes were deleted, you may need to restore them. This can be done by:
  
  Recreating the attributes manually if you know what they were.
  Importing them from another client where the attributes are intact, if applicable.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: 
  
  If the attributes were deleted as part of a transport request, check the transport logs to see if there were any issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Data: 
  
  If you have multiple clients, check if the attributes exist in other clients and consider copying the configuration from a working client.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or additional steps required for your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KE52 (Change Operating Concern) or KE53 (Display Operating Concern) to view and modify the operating concern settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Backup and Documentation: Always ensure you have backups of your configuration before making changes, and document any changes made for future reference.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KF523 error and implement a solution to restore the necessary attributes for the operating concern.