How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE030 - Enter a valid cost element category for primary costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Enter a valid cost element category for primary costs

What causes this issue?

You have entered cost element &V1&. This cost element has the category
&V2&, which is not a valid category for primary costs.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a cost element that has a valid cost element category.
Valid cost element categories for primary costs are as follows:
1
4
90

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE030 - Enter a valid cost element category for primary costs ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE030 indicates that there is an issue with the cost element category being used in a planning scenario. Specifically, it suggests that the cost element category entered is not valid for primary costs. This error typically arises during the planning process in SAP, particularly in the context of financial planning and controlling (FICO).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Element Category: The cost element category specified does not correspond to a valid category for primary costs. In SAP, cost elements are classified into different categories (e.g., primary costs, secondary costs) and each category has specific rules and uses.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the cost element master data that need to be addressed.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect cost element or category by mistake.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Category:
  
  Verify the cost element category you are trying to use. Ensure that it is set up correctly in the system and is designated for primary costs.
  You can check the cost element category in the SAP transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) to see its configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning configuration in the controlling area is set up correctly. This includes checking the planning layout and the settings for the planning version.
  Use transaction code KP06 (Change Plan Data) to review the planning data and ensure that the correct cost elements are being used.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the cost element or category in the planning document you are working on.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on cost element categories and their uses.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Element Categories: In SAP, cost elements are categorized into primary and secondary costs. Primary costs are directly related to the production of goods and services, while secondary costs are used for internal allocations.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  KP06: Change Plan Data
  OKB9: Define Cost Element Categories
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.