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