How To Fix BUKF021 - Category &1 does not exist

BUKF021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUKF - Message class for Key Figures

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Category &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The category &V1& does not exist.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

Select another category.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUKF021 - Category &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BUKF021, which states "Category &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when the system is unable to find a specified category in the configuration settings. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to post a transaction, create a report, or access a specific financial category that has not been defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified category (represented by &1) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration tables.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect category code or identifier that does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., development to production), the transport may not have included the necessary category definitions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or