How To Fix KS014 - Error when generating cost collector (notify system support)

KS014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Error when generating cost collector (notify system support)

What causes this issue?

When creating a cost center, the SAP System generates a supporting cost
collector for it. Generation in this case was terminated, meaning the
cost center was not created and your entries were lost.

System Response

Termination due to overflow in global lock table.

How to fix this error?

Repeat the process.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS014 - Error when generating cost collector (notify system support) ?

  The SAP error message KS014 typically indicates an issue related to the generation of a cost collector in the Controlling (CO) module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes of KS014 Error
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The cost collector may require specific master data (like cost centers, internal orders, or activity types) that is not available or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the cost collector or the related controlling area may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify cost collectors.
  
  
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or parameters that affect the cost collector generation process.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system performance problems.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all required master