How To Fix FTR_TEX1213 - Invalid cost center &1 in cost center &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TEX1 - Messages for raw exposures

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Invalid cost center &1 in cost center &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TEX1213 - Invalid cost center &1 in cost center &2 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TEX1213 indicates that there is an issue with the cost center assignment in a financial transaction. Specifically, the error message states that the cost center specified is invalid in the context of the cost center hierarchy or the configuration of the cost centers in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Center: The cost center specified (&1) does not exist in the system or is not active.
  Incorrect Hierarchy: The cost center specified (&2) may not be the correct parent or may not allow the specified cost center to be assigned to it.
  Master Data Issues: The cost center master data may not be properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified cost centers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Cost Center Existence: Check if the cost center (&1) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the cost center master data transaction (e.g., KS03).
  Check Cost Center Status: Ensure that the cost center is active and not marked for deletion.
  Review Hierarchy: Confirm that the cost center is correctly assigned within the cost center hierarchy. You can check this in the cost center hierarchy view.
  Correct Master Data: If the cost center is missing or incorrect, you may need to create or update the cost center using transaction KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KS02 (Change Cost Center).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost centers involved in the transaction.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the cost center settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Group
  KSH2: Change Cost Center Group
  KSH3: Display Cost Center Group
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cost centers and this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on cost center accounting for best practices and guidelines on maintaining cost centers.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.