How To Fix KI398 - The recovery indicator is being re-derived


KI398 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: KI -

  • Message number: 398

  • Message text: The recovery indicator is being re-derived

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  • <ZK>&CAUSE&</>
    The account assignment was changed.

    System Response

    The system re-derives the recovery indicator, even though this was
    previously set manually.

    How to fix this error?

    If the recovery indicator was set manually before account assignment,
    you can now check the derivation results, if necessary, overwrite it
    manually.
    <ZU>Exception:</>
    If you are in multiple account assignment for a purchase order, or
    purchase requisition, the system automatically overwrites all manual
    changes to the recovery indicator by re-deriving it.
    <ZK>Manual entry of the recovery indicator is not included in multiple
    account assignment</>.
    Note
    You can control the way this message is issued, according to user.
    For more information, see the Implementation Guide (IMG) under General
    Controlling,
    <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OBA5>Change Message Control</>
    (If required, create or maintain message no. 398 for work area "KI")
    If you do not enter a user, the change applies to all users.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI398 - The recovery indicator is being re-derived ?
    The SAP error message KI398, which states "The recovery indicator is being re-derived," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) modules. This message indicates that the system is attempting to re-derive the recovery indicator for a particular cost object or transaction, but it is encountering issues.
    
    Cause: Missing Configuration: The recovery indicator may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings for cost allocation or profitability analysis are not in place. Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from correctly deriving the recovery indicator. This could be due to missing or incorrect master data. Transaction Errors: The error may arise during the posting of transactions that involve cost allocations or profitability analysis, where the system cannot determine the correct recovery indicator. Changes in Master Data: If there have been recent changes to master data (like cost centers, internal

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