How To Fix BK816 - System error: No cost object for cost collector &/&

BK816 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 816

• Message text: System error: No cost object for cost collector &/&

What causes this issue?

An unforseen system error has occurred: CO object &V1&/&V2& does not
exist.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system adminstrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK816 - System error: No cost object for cost collector &/& ?

  The SAP error message BK816 ("System error: No cost object for cost collector &/&") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to post costs to a cost collector that does not have a valid cost object associated with it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the settlement of internal orders, production orders, or when using cost collectors in project systems.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Object: The cost collector you are trying to use does not have a valid cost object assigned to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the cost collector or the associated cost object may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from identifying the cost object.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost object or cost collector.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Collector Configuration:
  
  Go to the cost collector configuration in