Message type: E = Error
Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting
Message number: 542
Message text: Lead column has not been defined -> you cannot save
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KH542
- Lead column has not been defined -> you cannot save ?The SAP error message KH542 ("Lead column has not been defined -> you cannot save") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with cost center accounting, internal orders, or similar functionalities. This error indicates that the system is expecting a lead column to be defined for a particular configuration or report, but it has not been set up correctly.
Cause: Missing Configuration: The lead column is not defined in the relevant configuration settings for the report or transaction you are trying to execute. Incorrect Settings: The settings for the report or the data entry screen may not have been properly configured to include a lead column. Data Entry Issues: If you are trying to save a report or a data entry that requires a lead column, and it has not been specified, this error will occur.
Solution: Check Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like OKKP for
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