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

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 862

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

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO862 - Cost element & & is not found (check entry) ?

  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 there are no typographical errors.
  Create the Cost Element: If the cost element does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element).
  Activate the Cost Element: If the cost element exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it or check its status in the controlling area.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost element. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that the cost element is properly assigned and configured. You can use transaction code OKB9 to check the assignment of cost elements to cost centers or internal orders.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or creation of cost elements, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA01: Create Cost Element
  KA02: Change Cost Element
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  OKB9: Assign Cost Elements to Cost Centers
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to cost elements and error CO862.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow access to the necessary cost elements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CO862 error and ensure that the cost elements are correctly configured and accessible in your SAP system.