How To Fix CO505 - Material: & - Overhead key & is invalid and therefore not copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Material: & - Overhead key & is invalid and therefore not copied

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO505 - Material: & - Overhead key & is invalid and therefore not copied ?

  The SAP error message CO505 indicates that there is an issue with the overhead key associated with a material in the context of cost accounting or controlling. This error typically arises when the system attempts to copy or process a material that has an invalid overhead key, which is used to determine how overhead costs are allocated to production orders or cost centers.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Overhead Key: The overhead key specified for the material does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Missing Configuration: The overhead key may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may have incomplete or incorrect data related to the overhead key.
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the overhead key configuration, it may not be reflected in the material master.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Overhead Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 to check the overhead key configuration.
  Ensure that the overhead key exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the costing view to see if the overhead key is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Overhead Key:
  
  If the overhead key is missing or incorrect, you can assign the correct overhead key using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master data.
  
  
  
  Validate Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the overhead key is assigned to the correct controlling area. You can check this in the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific details on how to configure overhead keys and their implications.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OKB9: Overhead Key Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and overhead key configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CO505 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.