How To Fix KW080 - Business process &1 is already designated for creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Business process &1 is already designated for creation

What causes this issue?

The business process &v1& was found again on the input list.
This process is already designated for attachment. However, you can
create it via the BAPI-callup for only a given time interval, and
should not already exist on the database.

System Response

The current entry is marked inactive in the business process list,
which should be attached. Only the first instance of the business
process remains active.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to create further time intervals for the business process,
use the <DS:TRAN.CP02>master data maintenance</> of the business
process.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW080 - Business process &1 is already designated for creation ?

  The SAP error message KW080, which states "Business process &1 is already designated for creation," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with the creation of business processes in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or similar areas.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to create a business process that has already been designated or is in the process of being created. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The business process you are trying to create already exists in the system.
  Concurrent Processing: Multiple users or processes are trying to create the same business process simultaneously.
  Incomplete Transactions: A previous attempt to create the business process may not have been completed successfully, leaving the process in a pending state.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KW080 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Business Processes:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code KEB0 for CO-PA) and check if the business process you are trying to create already exists.
  If it does, you may need to modify or use the existing process instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Review Pending Transactions:
  
  Check if there are any incomplete or pending transactions related to the business process. You can use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if there are any background jobs that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Lock Entries:
  
  Ensure that no other users are trying to create the same business process at the same time. If necessary, coordinate with your team to avoid concurrent attempts.
  
  
  
  Clear Incomplete Entries:
  
  If you find that there are incomplete entries, you may need to delete or clear them before attempting to create the business process again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the CO module, such as KEB0 (for CO-PA) or KSB1 (for displaying actual line items).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to KW080, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify business processes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KW080 error and implement a solution to resolve it.