How To Fix J3020 - Please maintain cost element for POC relaization of losses

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Please maintain cost element for POC relaization of losses

What causes this issue?

You have transferred a financial object in which the legacy (or source)
system field (SHERKU) is not filled.

System Response

The system will not allow you to save the object.

How to fix this error?

Enter a legacy system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3020 - Please maintain cost element for POC relaization of losses ?

  The SAP error message J3020, "Please maintain cost element for POC realization of losses," typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules when there is an issue with the configuration of cost elements related to the Percentage of Completion (POC) method for recognizing losses on projects.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Cost Element: The cost element required for recognizing losses in the POC calculation is not maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the project or the controlling area may not be set up correctly to handle loss realization.
  Project Settings: The project settings may not have the necessary parameters defined for handling losses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Maintain Cost Element:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 (Maintain Cost Elements).
  Check if the cost element for POC realization of losses is defined. If not, create a new cost element or modify an existing one to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Project Settings:
  
  Navigate to the project in question using transaction code CJ20N (Project Builder).
  Ensure that the project is configured to allow for loss realization. Check the settings under the "Costs" tab and ensure that the relevant cost elements are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area. You can use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu.
  Navigate to Controlling > Project System > Results Analysis > Define Results Analysis Methods and ensure that the method for loss realization is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to POC and results analysis to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the POC calculation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), OKB9 (Maintain Cost Elements), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost elements and project settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Project System and Controlling modules.