How To Fix KX369 - Caution: You are processing cross-client data structures

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Caution: You are processing cross-client data structures

What causes this issue?

The system saves data structures and the objects linked to them
(domains, data elements, check tables, text tables, views) in the ABAP
Dictionary. The ABAP Dictionary is cross-client, this means changes to
these objects have the same effect on all clients of the system.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX369 - Caution: You are processing cross-client data structures ?

  The SAP error message KX369, which states "Caution: You are processing cross-client data structures," typically occurs when you are working with data that is not client-specific. In SAP, a "client" refers to a self-contained unit with separate master records and its own set of tables. Cross-client data structures are those that are shared across multiple clients, which can lead to potential issues if not handled correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Cross-Client Data Access: The error is triggered when a user attempts to access or modify data that is intended to be shared across clients. This can happen in various transactions or reports that involve cross-client tables or structures.
  Data Integrity Risks: The system is warning you that changes made to cross-client data can affect all clients, which may lead to unintended consequences or data integrity issues.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can also arise if the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify cross-client data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for the data you are trying to access. If you are not supposed to be working with cross-client data, switch to a client-specific transaction.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the cross-client data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the implications of working with cross-client data structures. This can help you make informed decisions about your actions.
  Data Backup: If you must proceed with changes to cross-client data, ensure that you have a backup or a way to revert changes in case of issues.
  Testing in a Development Environment: If possible, test your changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in the production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP data structures and client concepts to better understand how to work with cross-client data safely.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KX369 error and proceed with your SAP tasks more effectively.