How To Fix KH598 - The general data selections were deleted

KH598 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 598

• Message text: The general data selections were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH598 - The general data selections were deleted ?

  The SAP error message KH598, which states "The general data selections were deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with reports or data selections in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other CO-related transactions. This error indicates that the system could not find the necessary selection criteria for the report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Selections: The most common cause of this error is that the selection criteria or parameters that were previously defined for a report or transaction have been deleted or are no longer valid.
  Changes in Data Structure: Changes in the underlying data structure or configuration (e.g., changes in characteristics or key figures) can lead to this error.
  User Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations to access certain data or selections can also trigger this error.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent updates or changes in the SAP system might have affected the availability