How To Fix 3F823 - View cannot be chosen as there are no cost objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3F - Compensation Management

• Message number: 823

• Message text: View cannot be chosen as there are no cost objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3F823 - View cannot be chosen as there are no cost objects ?

  The SAP error message 3F823 indicates that a view cannot be selected because there are no cost objects associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when trying to access or process a view that requires cost objects, such as cost centers, internal orders, or projects.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Cost Objects: The primary reason for this error is that the view you are trying to access does not have any associated cost objects. This could be due to:
  
  The cost object not being created or assigned properly.
  The cost object being inactive or deleted.
  The configuration settings not allowing the view to be linked to any cost objects.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the controlling module that prevent the view from being linked to cost objects.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: If the data entry for the transaction or document is incomplete or incorrect, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Object Assignment:
  
  Verify that the relevant cost objects (e.g., cost centers, internal orders) are created and active.
  Ensure that the view you are trying to access is correctly linked to the appropriate cost objects.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that the views are set up to allow for cost object assignment.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data entry for the transaction or document to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the cost object fields are populated as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the view and cost object requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking cost objects, such as:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KO03: Display Internal Order
  CJ20N: Project Management
  
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider additional training on SAP CO and FI modules to better understand how cost objects and views interact within the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.