How To Fix CK180 - No posting string can be determined in table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 180

• Message text: No posting string can be determined in table &

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.posting_string>posting string</> for movement type &v2& is
missing. The indicators <LS>Quantity update</> und <LS>Value
updating</> are set this way: &v3&.

System Response

Automatic <DS:GLOS.account_determination>account determination</> could
be carried out.
&sys_admin&
Go into Customizing and check the entries for movement type &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK180 - No posting string can be determined in table & ?

  The SAP error message CK180, which states "No posting string can be determined in table &," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost accounting and internal orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid posting string for the specified transaction or cost element in the relevant configuration tables.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary configuration for the posting string is missing in the relevant tables (e.g., table TKA01 for cost elements).
  Incorrect Cost Element: The cost element being used may not be properly defined or may not have a corresponding posting string.
  Posting String Not Defined: The posting string for the specific transaction type or cost object may not be defined in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from determining the correct posting string.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Cost Element Accounting > Master Data > Define Cost Elements and ensure that the cost elements are correctly defined.
  Check the Posting Strings configuration under Controlling > General Settings > Define Posting Strings.
  
  
  
  Review Cost Element:
  
  Verify that the cost element you are trying to use is active and correctly set up.
  Ensure that it is assigned to the correct cost center or internal order.
  
  
  
  Maintain Posting Strings:
  
  If the posting string is missing, you may need to create or maintain it in the relevant configuration settings.
  Ensure that the posting string is correctly linked to the cost element and the relevant transaction types.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Review the master data for any inconsistencies that might be causing the issue.
  Ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained and that there are no missing links between cost elements, cost centers, and internal orders.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the configuration of posting strings and cost elements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it helpful to use transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) to test the configuration and see if the error persists.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the determination of posting strings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK180 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.