How To Fix CK300 - Control key & is not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 300

• Message text: Control key & is not defined in Customizing

What causes this issue?

When attempting to cost an operation with control key &V1&, the system
determined that this control key is not defined.

System Response

The operation in the routing is not costed.

How to fix this error?

Go into Customizing for Product Cost Controlling and create control key
&v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK300 - Control key & is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message CK300, which states "Control key & is not defined in Customizing," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost object controlling or production planning. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a control key that has been referenced in a transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Control Key Definition: The control key that is being referenced in the transaction or configuration has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Control Key: The control key may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Transport Issues: If the control key was recently created or modified in a different environment (like development) and not transported correctly to the production environment, it may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the control key.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Control Key:
  
  Go to the Customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Cost Object Controlling -> Define Control Keys.
  Check if the control key in question exists. If not, create it by defining the necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Verify that the control key has been entered correctly in the transaction. Look for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport the Configuration:
  
  If the control key was created in a different environment, ensure that the transport request containing the control key definition has been successfully imported into the current environment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the control key. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the control key and its intended use to ensure that it is being applied correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Control Keys: Control keys are used in SAP to define how costs are managed and controlled for various processes, such as production orders, internal orders, and project systems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CO01 (Create Production Order), and others that may be related to the context in which the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the control key functionality.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.