How To Fix 9J314 - Cost center was not valid until &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Cost center was not valid until &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J314 - Cost center was not valid until & ?

  The SAP error message 9J314, which states "Cost center was not valid until &," typically indicates that the cost center you are trying to use in a transaction is not valid for the date you are attempting to post. This can occur in various modules, such as Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI), when the cost center is either not active or not defined for the specified period.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center may not be active for the date you are trying to use it. Cost centers can be set to be valid only for specific periods.
  Date Range: The cost center might have been created or activated after the date you are trying to use it.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data configuration of the cost center, such as missing validity dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Validity:
  
  Go to the cost center master data (Transaction code: KS03).
  Enter the cost center and the controlling area.
  Check the validity dates to ensure that the cost center is active for the date you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date:
  
  If the cost center is valid only from a certain date, consider adjusting your posting date to a date when the cost center is valid.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Cost Center:
  
  If the cost center is not valid for the required date, you may need to create a new cost center or modify the existing one to extend its validity period (Transaction code: KS02).
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the validity or need to make changes, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost center management and validity periods.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify cost center data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 9J314 and successfully process your transactions.