How To Fix KP218 - Posting terminated due to error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Posting terminated due to error

What causes this issue?

You started to update the results of price calculation. An error
occurred during preparation for the update, meaning the update cannot
be executed.

System Response

Processing is terminated. However, documents with line items have been
updated. Only a portion of the prices and revalued activity
relationships were posted. The R/3 System ensures that prices and
revaluations are reconciled. No revaluations were posted for which an
price was not posted.

How to fix this error?

See the message list for more information about the errors that
occurred. After eliminating the causes of the error, restart price
calculation to complete the update.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP218 - Posting terminated due to error ?

  The SAP error message KP218 ("Posting terminated due to error") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or other related postings. This error indicates that there was an issue during the posting process, which prevented the transaction from being completed successfully.
  Causes of KP218 Error
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being posted, such as incorrect cost center, internal order, or other master data issues.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders) may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the posting.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the posting from being processed.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues, such as problems with the database or application server.
  
  Solutions to KP218 Error
  
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