How To Fix GC258 - C/I method is missing in company &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 258

• Message text: C/I method is missing in company &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC258 - C/I method is missing in company & ?

  The SAP error message GC258 indicates that a Costing/Inventory (C/I) method is missing for a specific company code in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a defined costing method, but the system cannot find one for the specified company code.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the costing method has not been defined for the company code in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not properly set up in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the costing method may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GC258 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Define Company Code.
  Ensure that the company code in question is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Define Costing Method:
  
  Navigate to SPRO > Controlling > Cost Center Accounting > Master Data > Cost Centers > Define Costing Methods.
  Ensure that a costing method is defined for the relevant company code. If not, you will need to create or assign a costing method.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data:
  
  If the company code is newly created or if there have been recent changes, ensure that all necessary data has been entered and saved correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides specific to your organization’s SAP setup to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (to check company code settings) and OKB9 (to check costing variants) to navigate through the configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.