How To Fix FINS_CO_VALUATION004 - No intercompany cost rate could be determined for object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CO_VALUATION - Management Accounting - Valuation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No intercompany cost rate could be determined for object &

What causes this issue?

No intercompany cost rate could be found for the allocation of object
&V1& with price indicator / value type / receiving company is &V2&.
The price determination used the following parameters:
Search date/Company code/receiving company/WBS element/work item
&V3&
Personnel number/service cost level/activity type/costcenter
&V4&

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?

Maintain the intercompany cost rate for the receiving company.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CO_VALUATION004 - No intercompany cost rate could be determined for object & ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CO_VALUATION004 indicates that the system could not determine an intercompany cost rate for a specified object. This error typically arises in the context of intercompany transactions, where costs need to be allocated or transferred between different company codes within the same corporate group.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Rate: The most common cause is that there is no defined intercompany cost rate for the specific object (e.g., cost center, internal order) in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for intercompany pricing or cost allocation may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the intercompany transactions.
  Period Closing: If the period is closed, it may prevent the system from accessing the necessary data to determine the cost rate.
  Object Not Defined: The object for which the cost rate is being determined may not be defined correctly in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define Intercompany Cost Rates:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure that intercompany cost rates are defined for the relevant objects. This can typically be done in the controlling (CO) module.
  Use transaction code OKB9 to maintain intercompany pricing.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for intercompany transactions and ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Ensure that the relevant company codes are properly configured for intercompany transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the involved cost centers, internal orders, or other objects to ensure that they are correctly set up and linked to the appropriate company codes.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Ensure that the accounting period is open for posting. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or post in a different period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on intercompany cost rate determination and related configuration.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the determination is failing. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKB9 (Maintain Intercompany Pricing), KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), and KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items) to analyze cost rates and transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to intercompany cost rate determination.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, ensure that any user exits or BAdIs related to intercompany pricing are functioning correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant with expertise in SAP CO (Controlling) module.