How To Fix FCML073 - Cost component structures for company codes &1 and &2 are not identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCML - Message Class FCML

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Cost component structures for company codes &1 and &2 are not identical

What causes this issue?

Cost component structures for company codes <(>&<)>1 and <(>&<)>2 are
not identical

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the company codes of all objects for which price calculation
is executed are assigned to the same cost component structure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCML073 - Cost component structures for company codes &1 and &2 are not identical ?

  The SAP error message FCML073 indicates that there is a mismatch in the cost component structures for two different company codes. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves multiple company codes, and the cost component structures (which define how costs are categorized and reported) are not aligned between those company codes.
  Cause:
  
  Different Cost Component Structures: Each company code can have its own cost component structure, and if they are not identical, SAP will throw this error when trying to process transactions that involve both company codes.
  Configuration Issues: The cost component structures may have been configured differently in the system for the two company codes.
  Data Migration or Integration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there are integrations with other systems, discrepancies in the cost component structures may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Component Structures: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Cost Element Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Component Structure.
  Compare the cost component structures for the two company codes in question.
  
  
  
  Align Cost Component Structures:
  
  If the structures are indeed different, you will need to either modify one of the structures to match the other or create a new cost component structure that is identical for both company codes.
  Ensure that all relevant cost components are included in both structures.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that transactions can be processed correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on how to configure cost component structures.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment properly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKEQ (Cost Component Structure) and OKTZ (Cost Component Structure: Maintain).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost component structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCML073 error and ensure that the cost component structures for the involved company codes are aligned.