How To Fix CN618 - Cost control key not allowed for activity

CN618 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Cost control key not allowed for activity

What causes this issue?

You have entered a cost control key for the activity.
You cannot use a cost control key for this activity.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Enter a different control key.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN618 - Cost control key not allowed for activity ?

  The SAP error message CN618 ("Cost control key not allowed for activity") typically occurs in the context of project management and cost controlling within SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders or project systems. This error indicates that the cost control key assigned to an activity is not valid or not allowed for the specific context in which it is being used.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Control Key: The cost control key assigned to the activity may not be defined correctly in the system or may not be allowed for the type of activity being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling area or project definition may not permit the use of the specified cost control key.
  Activity Type Restrictions: Certain activity types may have restrictions on which cost control keys can be used.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the activity or the cost control key may be incomplete or incorrectly set