How To Fix KW218 - Error in planning layout &


KW218 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 218

  • Message text: Error in planning layout &

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  • What causes this issue?

    No key column was defined in layout &V1&, or the column is faulty.

    How to fix this error?

    Define a key column for layout &V1&.

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KW218 - Details

  • The SAP error message KW218, which states "Error in planning layout &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning functions, such as in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error indicates that there is an issue with the planning layout configuration or the data associated with it.
    Causes of KW218 Error
    
    Missing or Incorrect Layout Configuration: The planning layout may not be properly configured or may be missing required fields.
    Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being used in the planning layout, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the planning layout.
    Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
    
    Solutions to KW218 Error
    
    
    Check Layout Configuration:
    
    Go to the planning layout configuration and ensure that all required fields are correctly defined.
    Verify that the

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