How To Fix KQ469 - Data not saved. Data still exists for costing variant & -> F1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 469

• Message text: Data not saved. Data still exists for costing variant & -> F1

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete costing variant &v1& or to change the combination
of the costing type and the valuation variant. Data is however saved
under this costing type, and the system would not be able to find it
again.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ469 - Data not saved. Data still exists for costing variant & -> F1 ?

  The SAP error message KQ469 ("Data not saved. Data still exists for costing variant &") typically occurs in the context of cost planning or cost object controlling when you attempt to save data that conflicts with existing data for a specific costing variant. This error indicates that there is already existing data for the specified costing variant, which prevents the new data from being saved.
  Causes:
  
  Existing Data Conflict: The most common cause is that there is already existing data for the specified costing variant in the system, which may be preventing the new data from being saved.
  Locking Issues: Another possibility is that the data is locked by another user or process, which can prevent changes from being saved.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorization to modify the existing data can also lead to this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues related to the costing variant or the settings in the controlling module.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existing Data: Review the existing data for the specified costing variant. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CK11N for cost estimates) and checking if there are any entries that conflict with your changes.
  Delete or Modify Existing Data: If appropriate, you may need to delete or modify the existing data that is causing the conflict. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to do this.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the data. If you find locks that are preventing your changes, you may need to wait for the locks to be released or contact the user who has locked the data.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the costing variant. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  Consult Documentation: Use the F1 help function on the error message for more specific guidance related to your SAP version and configuration.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Costing Run), and others related to cost planning and controlling.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KQ469 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on cost controlling and costing variants to understand how they work and how to manage them effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.