How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE079 - Cost element &1 cannot be used for cost element planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Cost element &1 cannot be used for cost element planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE079 - Cost element &1 cannot be used for cost element planning ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE079 indicates that a specific cost element (denoted as &1) cannot be used for cost element planning. This error typically arises in the context of cost planning in SAP Controlling (CO) when trying to plan costs using a cost element that is not configured correctly for planning purposes.
  Causes:
  
  Cost Element Configuration: The cost element may not be set up for planning in the system. This can happen if the cost element is defined as a statistical cost element or if it is not marked for planning in the controlling area settings.
  Cost Element Type: The type of cost element (primary vs. secondary) may not be suitable for planning. For example, secondary cost elements are generally used for internal allocations and may not be planned directly.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not allow for planning on that specific cost element.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to plan on that cost element.
  Cost Center/Profit Center Assignment: The cost element may not be assigned to the relevant cost center or profit center, which can restrict its use in planning.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and check the configuration of the cost element. Ensure that it is not a statistical cost element and that it is marked for planning.
  If necessary, change the configuration using KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element).
  
  
  
  Review Cost Element Type:
  
  Ensure that you are using a primary cost element for planning purposes. If you need to plan using a secondary cost element, consider using a primary cost element instead.
  
  
  
  Verify Planning Version:
  
  Check the planning version settings in the planning layout. Ensure that the version you are using allows for planning on the specified cost element.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform planning activities on the cost element. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Cost Center/Profit Center Assignment:
  
  Verify that the cost element is correctly assigned to the relevant cost center or profit center. You can check this in the cost center master data (transaction code KS03).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your organization’s setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KA01, KA02, KA03, KS03, KP06 (for planning).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.