How To Fix KN170 - User settings were saved

KN170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 170

• Message text: User settings were saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN170 - User settings were saved ?

  The SAP error message KN170 ("User settings were saved") typically indicates that the user has successfully saved their settings in the SAP system. This message is not an error in the traditional sense; rather, it is an informational message that confirms that the user's preferences or settings have been successfully updated.
  
  Cause:
  
  The message appears when a user modifies their settings in a transaction or configuration screen and then saves those changes. This could involve changes to user parameters, layout settings, or other personal configurations within the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  Since KN170 is an informational message rather than an error, there is no specific "solution" required. However, if you are looking to ensure that your settings are correctly saved or if you want to verify the changes:
  
  Check the Settings: After receiving the message, navigate back to the relevant settings area to confirm that your changes have been applied.
  Log Out and Log Back In: Sometimes,