How To Fix CO873 - Maintain distribution rule/settlement rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Maintain distribution rule/settlement rule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO873 - Maintain distribution rule/settlement rule ?

  The SAP error message CO873, which states "Maintain distribution rule/settlement rule," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a transaction that requires a distribution or settlement rule to be defined for a cost object, such as an internal order, cost center, or project.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Rule: The cost object you are working with does not have a distribution rule defined. This rule is necessary for the system to know how to allocate costs.
  Missing Settlement Rule: Similar to the distribution rule, if the cost object does not have a settlement rule, the system cannot determine how to settle costs at the end of a period.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the specific cost object type.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain or view the distribution or settlement rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Distribution Rule:
  
  Go to the transaction code KO02 (Change Internal Order) or KOT2 (Change Order) depending on the type of cost object.
  Enter the relevant order number and navigate to the "Distribution" tab.
  Define the distribution rules as required. This may involve specifying the percentage or amount to be distributed to different cost centers or other cost objects.
  
  
  
  Maintain Settlement Rule:
  
  Similarly, in the same transaction (KO02 or KOT2), navigate to the "Settlement" tab.
  Define the settlement rules, specifying how costs should be settled at the end of the period (e.g., to a cost center, another internal order, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area and the cost object type are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking settings in the SPRO (SAP Customizing Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain distribution and settlement rules. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KO02: Change Internal Order
  KOT2: Change Order
  KOB1: Display Actual Line Items
  KOB2: Display Plan Line Items
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on maintaining distribution and settlement rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CO873 error and successfully maintain the necessary distribution and settlement rules for your cost objects.