How To Fix FCO206 - Cannot determine overhead group: missing data for plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO - Messages for Failure Cost Processing FCO

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Cannot determine overhead group: missing data for plant &1

What causes this issue?

The overhead group for the document could not be determined due to
missing plant data.

System Response

If this message is defined as an error message in user-defined error
management (OPR4_FCO), the document is not valuated.
If this message is not defined as an error message, the document is
valuated. If you want to edit the document, remove the cause of the
error:
Reverse the valuation and revaluate the document.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO206 - Cannot determine overhead group: missing data for plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message FCO206, which states "Cannot determine overhead group: missing data for plant &1," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or controlling when the system is unable to find the necessary overhead group for a specific plant. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to execute a cost calculation or when posting costs.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one or more of the following issues:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The overhead group for the specified plant has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration settings for the controlling area or plant are incomplete.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the cost center, internal order, or other relevant objects may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the overhead group.
  
  
  Plant Not Assigned: The plant in question may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area or may not have the necessary settings in the controlling module.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that link plants to overhead groups.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FCO206 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Overhead Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the controlling area settings and ensure that the overhead group is defined for the specific plant.
  Ensure that the overhead group is assigned to the relevant cost elements.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost center or internal order associated with the plant.
  Ensure that the overhead group is correctly assigned in the master data records.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the plant is correctly assigned to the controlling area.
  Check if the plant has the necessary settings in the controlling module.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant master data and configuration settings to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like KAH1 (Create Cost Center) or KAH2 (Change Cost Center) to verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on overhead group configuration and related settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KSH1 (Create Cost Center), and OKKP (Activate/Deactivate Controlling Area).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configuration and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the FCO206 error in SAP.