How To Fix CO862 - Cost element & & is not found (check entry)


CO862 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

  • Message number: 862

  • Message text: Cost element & & is not found (check entry)

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  • What causes this issue?

    The key that you have maintained for the cost element does not exist.

    System Response

    INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

    How to fix this error?

    Check whether you have entered the key correctly. If necessary, change
    your entry.
    INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_VORGEHEN' OBJECT DOKU ID TX
    Check whether the key is defined for the cost center. Define it if
    necessary.

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CO862 - Details

  • The SAP error message CO862 indicates that a specified cost element is not found in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post costs or perform a transaction that involves a cost element that does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Cost Element: The cost element you are trying to use may have been entered incorrectly (e.g., typo). Cost Element Not Created: The cost element may not have been created in the system. Cost Element Not Active: The cost element may exist but is not active or not assigned to the relevant controlling area. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost element.
    Configuration Issues: The cost element may not be configured correctly in the controlling area or may not be assigned to the relevant company code.
    Solution: Check the Cost Element: Verify that the cost element number entered is correct. Ensure

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