How To Fix C5634 - If product cost collector active, choose default rule f. period.settlemnt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 634

• Message text: If product cost collector active, choose default rule f. period.settlemnt

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5634 - If product cost collector active, choose default rule f. period.settlemnt ?

  The SAP error message C5634 typically occurs in the context of Product Costing and is related to the configuration of the product cost collector. This error indicates that there is an issue with the default rule for period settlement when the product cost collector is active.
  Cause:
  The error message C5634 is triggered when:
  
  A product cost collector is active, but there is no default rule defined for the period settlement.
  The system requires a default rule to determine how costs should be settled at the end of a period, and it cannot find one.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a default rule for period settlement in the configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  Controlling (CO) -> Product Cost Controlling -> Product Cost Planning -> Product Cost Collector -> Define Default Rules for Period Settlement.
  
  
  
  Define Default Rules:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will need to create or modify the default rules for period settlement.
  Ensure that you specify the necessary parameters that dictate how costs should be settled for the product cost collector.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Rules:
  
  If there are existing rules, review them to ensure they are correctly set up and applicable to the product cost collector in question.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to execute the process that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific settings, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the appropriate configuration for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKB9 (for defining settlement rules) or KKS1 (for product cost collector) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C5634 error and ensure that your product cost collector is properly configured for period settlement.