How To Fix BE401 - Item &: cost element & does not agree with the reservation

BE401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Item &: cost element & does not agree with the reservation

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& entered in cost element &V2& must agree with cost element
&V3& in the reservation.

System Response

Processing stopped.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE401 - Item &: cost element & does not agree with the reservation ?

  The SAP error message BE401 indicates a discrepancy between the cost element specified in a reservation and the cost element that is expected or required for the transaction. This error typically arises during the processing of reservations, particularly in the context of materials management or production planning.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Mismatch: The cost element defined in the reservation does not match the cost element that is configured in the system for the relevant account assignment.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the cost element accounting settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying the reservation can lead to this error.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or other related master data may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reservation Details: Review the reservation to ensure that the cost element is correctly specified. You can do this by navigating to the reservation document and checking