How To Fix FCOM_MONITOR036 - No cost center or cost center interval found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_MONITOR - Messages for Variance Monitor

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No cost center or cost center interval found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_MONITOR036 - No cost center or cost center interval found ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_MONITOR036 indicates that the system could not find a cost center or a cost center interval during a financial transaction or reporting process. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The cost center you are trying to use may not exist in the system.
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center may exist but is inactive or not available for the period in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of cost centers in the controlling area.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the cost center code entered in the transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center.
  Period Locking: The period for which the transaction is being processed may be locked or closed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Cost Center Existence:
  
  Check if the cost center exists in the system using transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  If it does not exist, create it using KS01 (Create Cost Center).
  
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is active and available for the relevant fiscal year and period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that cost centers are properly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the cost center code entered in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost center. This can be checked with the security team or by using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Period Management:
  
  Verify if the period is open for posting. You can check this in the financial accounting settings or by consulting with the finance team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSB1: Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  KSBP: Cost Centers: Plan/Actual Comparison
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on cost center accounting for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.