How To Fix BK818 - System error: No cost center in credit during cost allocation

BK818 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 818

• Message text: System error: No cost center in credit during cost allocation

What causes this issue?

An unforseen system error has occurred: The CO document for activity
allocation contains a line item in which no cost center is specified as
the sender object.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK818 - System error: No cost center in credit during cost allocation ?

  The SAP error message BK818 ("System error: No cost center in credit during cost allocation") typically occurs during the process of cost allocation when the system cannot find a valid cost center for the credit side of the allocation. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during internal orders, cost center accounting, or when executing allocations like assessments or distributions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The most common cause is that the cost center specified in the allocation does not exist or is not valid in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for cost allocation may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in identifying the credit cost center.
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center may be inactive or not available for the period in which the allocation is being processed.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the cost centers, such as missing or incorrect assignments.
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