How To Fix KH521 - & & was saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 521

• Message text: & & was saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH521 - & & was saved ?

  The SAP error message KH521 typically indicates an issue related to the costing or pricing of a material or product in the SAP system. The message often appears in the context of material master data, costing runs, or when trying to save a cost estimate.
  Cause:
  The error message KH521 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields in the material master or cost estimate are not filled out correctly.
  Costing Variants: The costing variant used may not be configured properly or may not exist.
  Price Control: Issues with the price control settings (e.g., moving average price vs. standard price).
  Costing Run Issues: Problems during the costing run, such as missing master data or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KH521 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that all required fields in the material master are filled out correctly. Pay special attention to the costing view.
  Review Costing Variant: Verify that the costing variant being used is correctly configured and exists in the system.
  Examine Price Control Settings: Check the price control settings for the material to ensure they are appropriate for the type of costing you are performing.
  Run Costing in Test Mode: If applicable, run the costing in test mode to identify any issues without affecting live data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Costing Run) to investigate further.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on costing and pricing in SAP.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the KH521 error message in SAP.