How To Fix CO857 - Cost center & is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 857

• Message text: Cost center & is invalid

What causes this issue?

The cost center which you have entered is not valid.

System Response

Check whether you have entered the cost center correctly. If necessary,
correct your entry.
If you have entered the correct cost center, check whether
the validity period of the cost center is sufficient,
the cost center type allows production,
you can post actual costs to the cost center.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO857 - Cost center & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message CO857 indicates that the cost center you are trying to use is invalid. This can occur in various transactions related to controlling (CO) where cost centers are involved, such as during the posting of costs or when creating internal orders.
  Causes of CO857 Error
  
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center may be inactive or not available for the period in which you are trying to post.
  Incorrect Cost Center: The cost center code may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Master Data Issues: The cost center master data may not be properly set up or may be missing required information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center.
  Company Code Issues: The cost center may not be assigned to the company code you are working with.
  
  Solutions to CO857 Error
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status:
  
  Go to the cost center master data (Transaction code: KS03) and verify if the cost center is active and valid for the period you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Center Code:
  
  Double-check the cost center code you are entering to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the cost center has been properly set up with all required fields filled out. Check for any missing or incorrect data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the cost center. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Company Code Assignment:
  
  Verify that the cost center is assigned to the correct company code. You can check this in the cost center master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSB1: Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  KSBP: Cost Centers: Plan Line Items
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cost centers and error CO857.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for cost center accounting to understand the setup and requirements for cost centers.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CO857 error and implement the appropriate solution.