How To Fix FCOM_MD015 - Cost center &1 / activity type &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_MD - Messages on Master Data

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Cost center &1 / activity type &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_MD015 - Cost center &1 / activity type &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_MD015 indicates that a specific cost center and activity type combination cannot be found in the system. This error typically arises during the execution of processes that involve cost allocation, such as internal orders, cost center accounting, or activity allocation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The cost center or activity type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The cost center has not been created or has been deleted.
  The activity type has not been defined for the specified controlling area.
  The cost center is not assigned to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cost centers or activity types may not be properly set up in the system.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the cost center or activity type entered in the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and verify if the cost center exists.
  Use transaction code KA03 (Display Activity Type) to check if the activity type is defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area:
  
  Ensure that the cost center and activity type are assigned to the same controlling area. You can check this in the cost center master data and activity type configuration.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Data:
  
  If the cost center or activity type does not exist, create it using transaction codes KS01 (Create Cost Center) and KA01 (Create Activity Type).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that all necessary settings are in place. This can be done through transaction code SPRO (Customizing) and navigating to the relevant sections for controlling.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Review:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KA01: Create Activity Type
  KA03: Display Activity Type
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost center accounting and activity types.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view or create cost centers and activity types.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCOM_MD015 error and ensure that the necessary master data is in place for your transactions.