How To Fix CR061 - Activity type & not set up for cost center & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Activity type & not set up for cost center & &

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to assign activity type &V1& to the work center.
However, this activity type has not yet been set up in controlling area
&V2& for cost center &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Assign an activity type set up for cost center &V3& to the work
center or
assign the desired activity type to cost center &V3& within cost
center accounting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR061 - Activity type & not set up for cost center & & ?

  The SAP error message CR061 indicates that an activity type is not set up for a specific cost center. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to post costs or perform activities related to cost centers and activity types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The activity type has not been assigned to the cost center in the controlling area.
  Incorrect Settings: The activity type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be valid for the specified cost center.
  Cost Center Status: The cost center may be inactive or not available for the period in which the transaction is being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the activity type or cost center.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code KP26 (Change Activity Type Planning) or KP06 (Change Cost Center Planning) to verify if the activity type is correctly assigned to the cost center.
  Ensure that the activity type is set up in the controlling area and is valid for the cost center.
  
  
  
  Assign Activity Type to Cost Center:
  
  Use transaction code OKA1 (Create Activity Type) to create or modify the activity type.
  Use transaction code OKB9 (Assign Activity Types to Cost Centers) to assign the activity type to the relevant cost center.
  
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status:
  
  Verify that the cost center is active and available for the relevant period. You can check this using transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the activity type and cost center. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KP26: Change Activity Type Planning
  KP06: Change Cost Center Planning
  OKA1: Create Activity Type
  OKB9: Assign Activity Types to Cost Centers
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials specific to your organization for detailed procedures on managing activity types and cost centers.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CR061 error and ensure that the activity type is properly set up for the specified cost center.