How To Fix BK073 - Enter only one cost accounting object for each item


BK073 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 073

  • Message text: Enter only one cost accounting object for each item

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  • What causes this issue?

    You entered two cost accounting objects (such as cost center and order)
    in one document row. Double account assignments in which a statistical
    and a non-statistical object are posted are not permitted for
    statistical key figures. You can enter the key figures one at a time
    for statistical cost accounting objects (such as statistical orders).

    System Response

    Processing is terminated.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter both objects on separate rows if you really want to record this
    statistical key figure for both objects.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK073 - Enter only one cost accounting object for each item ?
    The SAP error message BK073 ("Enter only one cost accounting object for each item") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with cost accounting in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects only one cost accounting object (such as a cost center, internal order, or project) to be assigned to each line item in a transaction, but multiple cost accounting objects have been entered.
    
    Cause: Multiple Cost Objects: The user has entered more than one cost accounting object for a single line item in a transaction (e.g., in a journal entry, invoice, or other financial document). Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the transaction type may not allow multiple cost objects for a single line item. User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered multiple cost objects in the relevant fields.
    Solution: Review Line Items: Check the line items in the transaction and ensure that each line item has only one cost

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