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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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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.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any transactions from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Cost Center Master Data: Verify that the cost center exists and is active. You can do this by navigating to the cost center master data in SAP (Transaction Code: KS03).
  Review Allocation Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for cost allocations is set up correctly. This includes checking the allocation structure and rules.
  Validate Posting Period: Make sure that the posting period is open for the transactions you are trying to process. You can check this in the period closing settings.
  Check for Inactive Cost Centers: If the cost center is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or use a different cost center that is active.
  Review Transaction Data: Look at the specific transaction that is causing the error to identify any discrepancies in the data being used for the allocation.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSU5: Execute Assessment
  KSV5: Execute Distribution
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to cost center accounting and allocation processes for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BK818 error in your SAP system.