How To Fix FKC_HC018 - Profit center &2 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKC_HC - Notification for health checks and consistency checks

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Profit center &2 does not exist.

What causes this issue?

In the configuration activity "&v4&", you have defined profit center
&v2&. Profit center &v2& does not exist in the system.

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?

Either create the profit center in the system or correct the entry in
the configuration.
INCLUDE FKK_CUSTCHECK_WHAT_TO_DO

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKC_HC018 - Profit center &2 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message FKC_HC018 indicates that the specified profit center does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs during financial transactions or postings where a profit center is required, but the system cannot find the specified profit center in the master data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Profit Center: The profit center specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Profit Center: The profit center may have been entered incorrectly (e.g., typographical error).
  Inactive Profit Center: The profit center may exist but is inactive or has been deleted.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorization to view or use the specified profit center.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Profit Center: Check the profit center code entered in the transaction. Ensure that it is correct and matches the existing profit centers in the system.
  Check Profit Center Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE53 (Display Profit Center) or KE51 (Create Profit Center) to verify if the profit center exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using KE51.
  
  
  Check Status: If the profit center exists, check its status to ensure it is active. You can do this in the profit center master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profit center. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the profit center's configuration or usage, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE51: Create Profit Center
  KE52: Change Profit Center
  KE53: Display Profit Center
  
  
  Profit Center Accounting: Profit centers are part of the controlling module in SAP and are used for internal reporting and performance evaluation.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that all relevant master data is maintained correctly to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.