How To Fix KX012 - Data deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Data deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX012 - Data deleted ?

  The SAP error message KX012 ("Data deleted") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other CO-related data. This error indicates that the data you are trying to access or manipulate has been marked as deleted in the system.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the data (e.g., cost center, internal order) has been flagged as deleted in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual deletion by a user.
  Data archiving processes that remove or mark data as deleted.
  Configuration changes that affect the status of the data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate the data, leading to the perception that the data is deleted.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the database or if the data was not properly updated during a transaction, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Status: Verify the status of the data in question. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like KS03 (Display Cost Center) or KO03 (Display Internal Order) to check if the data is indeed marked as deleted.
  Reviewing the change logs or history to see if the data was deleted and by whom.
  
  
  
  Restore Data: If the data was deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore it. This could involve:
  
  Recreating the cost center or internal order if it was deleted.
  Checking with your SAP Basis or technical team to see if the data can be restored from backups.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or module you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues related to the KX012 error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause or solution, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the CO module, such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KO01 (Create Internal Order), and their display counterparts.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to KX012 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Data Archiving: Understand your organization's data archiving policies, as they may affect the availability of certain data in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KX012 error in SAP.