How To Fix FCML072 - Objects use different cost component structures; selection will terminate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCML - Message Class FCML

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Objects use different cost component structures; selection will terminate

What causes this issue?

The layering report was executed for objects that are assigned different
cost component structures.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Object &V1& uses cost component structure &V2& whereas object &V3& uses
cost component structure &V4&.

System Response

The selection is terminated because a correct display is not possible.
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The report can be executed only with objects that are all assigned the
same cost component structure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCML072 - Objects use different cost component structures; selection will terminate ?

  The SAP error message FCML072 indicates that there is a mismatch in the cost component structures of the objects you are trying to process. This typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or when dealing with cost component splits in controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an operation (like a transfer, posting, or report generation) involving multiple objects (such as cost centers, internal orders, or projects) that have different cost component structures. Cost component structures define how costs are categorized and reported, and if the structures differ, SAP cannot process the request.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Objects: Determine which objects are involved in the operation that triggered the error. This could be cost centers, internal orders, or other cost objects.
  
  
  Check Cost Component Structures:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKTZ (Cost Component Structure) to view the cost component structures assigned to the relevant objects.
  Compare the cost component structures of the involved objects to identify discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Align Cost Component Structures:
  
  If you find that the cost component structures are different, you will need to align them. This may involve changing the cost component structure of one or more of the objects to ensure they match.
  You can change the cost component structure in the configuration settings or by using the appropriate transaction codes (like OKB9 for cost centers).
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction: After aligning the cost component structures, try to reprocess the transaction that caused the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to change the cost component structures or the implications of doing so, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Component Structure: This is a configuration in SAP that defines how costs are categorized into different components (e.g., material costs, labor costs, overhead costs).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKTZ: Display/Change Cost Component Structure
  OKB9: Assign Cost Component Structure to Cost Centers
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCML072 error and proceed with your SAP operations.