How To Fix CK652 - &2 not active for controlling area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 652

• Message text: &2 not active for controlling area &1

What causes this issue?

You want to carry out costing or marking in &v2&. The system has
established that at the controlling area &v1& level, the currency and
valuation profile is not active for the &v2&.
&what_to_do&
Define the currency and valuation profile for &v2&.
Activate multiple valuation at the controlling area level.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK652 - &2 not active for controlling area &1 ?

  The SAP error message CK652 indicates that a specific cost element (or cost component) is not active for the specified controlling area. This error typically arises in the context of cost accounting and controlling modules within SAP, particularly when trying to perform activities related to cost planning, cost allocation, or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Cost Element: The cost element you are trying to use is not activated for the specified controlling area. This can happen if the cost element was created but not assigned to the controlling area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area settings or in the cost element settings.
  Master Data Issues: The cost element might not be properly defined in the master data or may not be linked to the controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Cost Element:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element).
  Check if the cost element is defined for the controlling area in question.
  If it is not active, you may need to create or activate it for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is properly configured in the system.
  Verify that the cost element is assigned to the correct cost element category and that it is set up for the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost element to ensure it is correctly defined and linked to the controlling area.
  You can use transaction OKB9 to check the cost element settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on cost element configuration and controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA01: Create Cost Element
  KA02: Change Cost Element
  OKB9: Maintain Cost Elements
  
  
  Cost Element Categories: Understand the different categories of cost elements (primary, secondary) and their implications in controlling.
  Controlling Area Settings: Familiarize yourself with the settings and configurations of controlling areas in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CK652 error and ensure that the cost element is active for the specified controlling area.