How To Fix AJ226 - Rate determination deleted for rate type &1 and rate category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Rate determination deleted for rate type &1 and rate category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ226 - Rate determination deleted for rate type &1 and rate category &2 ?

  The SAP error message AJ226 indicates that the rate determination for a specific rate type and rate category has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the area of Activity-Based Costing (ABC) or when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other cost objects.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Rate Determination: The most common cause is that the rate determination for the specified rate type and rate category has been deleted or not maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific rate type and category.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from a development environment to production, the rate determination might not have been included in the transport request.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the system not being able to find the required rate determination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rate Determination: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check if the rate determination for the specified rate type and rate category exists. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Cost Center Accounting ? Master Data ? Activity Types ? Define Activity Type Rates.
  Ensure that the rates are correctly defined for the relevant period.
  
  
  
  Recreate Rate Determination: If the rate determination has been deleted, you will need to recreate it. This involves defining the rate type and category again and ensuring that the necessary rates are set up.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary configurations were included and successfully transported.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the controlling area and the relevant settings for the rate type and category are correctly set up.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the rate determination process and any prerequisites that may need to be fulfilled.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KP26 (Change Activity Type Planning) or KP06 (Change Cost Center Planning) to check or maintain rates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the rate determination settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling.