How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE032 - Enter a valid cost element category for internal settlements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Enter a valid cost element category for internal settlements

What causes this issue?

You have entered cost element &V1&. This cost element has the category
&V2&, which is not a valid category for entering order 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.
The valid cost element category for internal settlements is 21.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE032 - Enter a valid cost element category for internal settlements ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE032 indicates that there is an issue with the cost element category being used for internal settlements in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error typically arises when the system expects a valid cost element category but receives an invalid or empty value.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Element Category: The cost element category specified in the transaction is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The cost element may not be properly configured in the system, or the settings for internal settlements may not be correctly defined.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant cost element or cost center may not be set up in the system, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the cost element category entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and verify that the cost element exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the cost element category is appropriate for internal settlements.
  
  
  
  Review Internal Settlement Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for internal settlements in the controlling area. You can do this via transaction code OKO7 (Settlement Profile) to ensure that the correct cost element categories are assigned.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (cost centers, internal orders, etc.) is correctly set up and active in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typographical errors. Ensure that the cost element category is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to internal settlements and cost element categories for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Element Categories: These are classifications that determine how costs are treated in the system. Common categories include primary costs, secondary costs, and revenue.
  Internal Settlements: This process involves allocating costs from one cost object to another within the organization, often used in internal accounting processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KA01 (Create Cost Element), KA02 (Change Cost Element), and OKO7 (Settlement Profile) for managing cost elements and settlements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct cost element category is used for internal settlements in SAP.