How To Fix BK002 - Cost center & is not created for &

BK002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Cost center & is not created for &

What causes this issue?

Cost center &V1& does not exist for posting date &V2&. Either the cost
center does not exist, or it was created for another date.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter a cost center which exists for posting date &V2&
Alternatively, correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK002 - Cost center & is not created for & ?

  The SAP error message BK002 typically indicates that a cost center has not been created for a specified controlling area. This error can occur in various transactions related to cost accounting, such as when trying to post costs or create a cost center.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Not Created: The primary reason for this error is that the cost center you are trying to use has not been created in the system for the specified controlling area.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The cost center may exist, but it might not be assigned to the controlling area you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create cost centers.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the cost center field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Cost Center:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center).
  Enter the required details such as the controlling area, cost center, and other relevant