How To Fix KF528 - Settings for operating concern &1 were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 528

• Message text: Settings for operating concern &1 were deleted

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

You can no longer use the operating concern in client &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF528 - Settings for operating concern &1 were deleted ?

  The SAP error message KF528 indicates that the settings for a specific operating concern have been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified operating concern.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Operating Concern: The operating concern may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to the deletion of settings.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes or incorrect adjustments in the configuration settings could lead to the loss of necessary data for the operating concern.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the system from accessing the required settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the operating concern in the SAP system (Transaction code: OKB9 for operating concern settings) and verify if the settings exist. If they are missing, you may need to recreate them.
  Restore from Backup: If the settings were deleted accidentally, check if you have a backup or a transport request that can restore the previous configuration.
  Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Recreate Operating Concern: If the operating concern has been deleted, you may need to recreate it using the appropriate configuration steps in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CO-PA and operating concerns for specific guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKB9: Configuration for operating concern.
  KE52: Change operating concern.
  KE53: Display operating concern.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to restore the necessary settings for the operating concern.