How To Fix FKC_HC033 - Cost center &2 does not exist (company code &3).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Cost center &2 does not exist (company code &3).

What causes this issue?

In the configuration activity "&v4&", you have defined cost center &v2&
for company code &v3&. Cost center &v2& does not exist in the system for
company code &v3&.

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 cost 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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKC_HC033 - Cost center &2 does not exist (company code &3). ?

  The SAP error message FKC_HC033 indicates that a specified cost center does not exist for the given company code. This error typically arises during financial transactions or postings where a cost center is required but cannot be found in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Cost Center: The cost center specified in the transaction does not exist in the system for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Company Code: The cost center may exist, but it is not assigned to the company code being used in the transaction.
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center may have been created but is inactive or has been deleted.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the cost center or company code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Cost Center:
  
  Check if the cost center exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the cost center master data (Transaction Code: KS03).
  Ensure that the cost center is active and assigned to the correct company code.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code:
  
  Confirm that the company code specified in the transaction is correct and that the cost center is assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Cost Center:
  
  If the cost center does not exist, you may need to create it (Transaction Code: KS01).
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entered in the transaction for any typographical errors in the cost center or company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the cost center or company code, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure you are using the correct values.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Center Master Data: This is where you can view and manage cost centers in SAP. It includes details such as the cost center name, description, and the company code it is assigned to.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify cost center data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FKC_HC033 and proceed with your financial transactions in SAP.