How To Fix K4010 - Cost element & not from category 22 or not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K4 - Order settlement configuration tables

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Cost element & not from category 22 or not available

What causes this issue?

You have assigned a settlement cost element that is not type 22
(external settlement) to an account assignment category.

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?

Use F4 help to select a settlement cost element of type 22
or
Create the settlement cost element &V1&
INCLUDE 'CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K4010 - Cost element & not from category 22 or not available ?

  The SAP error message K4010 indicates that a cost element is not from category 22 (which typically refers to "primary costs") or is not available for the operation you are trying to perform. This error usually occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and can arise during various transactions, such as when posting costs or creating cost allocations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Category: The cost element you are trying to use is not categorized as a primary cost element (category 22). Primary cost elements are used to post costs directly to cost centers, internal orders, etc.
  Cost Element Not Defined: The cost element may not be defined in the system or may not be available for the specific transaction you are attempting.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the use of the specified cost element.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Category:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and check