How To Fix BK068 - Type & of cost center & is not allowed for activity type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Type & of cost center & is not allowed for activity type &

What causes this issue?

Cost center &V2& is of category &V1&. Only the categories &V4& are
allowed for activity type &V3&. For this reason, you cannot allocate
this activity from cost center &V2&.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.
Check cost center category &V4& for cost center &V2& and activity type
&V3& in the master data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK068 - Type & of cost center & is not allowed for activity type & ?

  The SAP error message BK068 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of cost centers and activity types in the system. Specifically, it means that the specified type of cost center is not allowed for the given activity type. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to allocate costs or perform internal activity allocations.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Type Mismatch: The cost center you are trying to use is of a type that is not compatible with the specified activity type. For example, if the activity type is set to be used only with production cost centers, but you are trying to use a service cost center, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling area may not allow the combination of the specified cost center and activity type.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the cost center or the activity type may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Center Type: Verify the type of the cost center you are using. You can do this by navigating to the cost center master data in SAP (Transaction Code: KS03) and checking the cost center type.
  Review Activity Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the activity type in the controlling area (Transaction Code: KL01 or KL02). Ensure that the activity type is allowed for the type of cost center you are using.
  Adjust Master Data: If necessary, adjust the master data for the cost center or activity type to ensure they are compatible. This may involve changing the type of the cost center or modifying the settings of the activity type.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to your organization's setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KL01: Create Activity Type
  KL02: Change Activity Type
  
  
  Configuration Path: You can check the configuration settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under:
  
  Controlling (CO) -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Center -> Define Cost Center Types
  Controlling (CO) -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Activity Types -> Define Activity Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.