How To Fix K6657 - No sender structure maintained yet. (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 657

• Message text: No sender structure maintained yet. (see long text)

What causes this issue?

No valid sender structure exists for this aspect.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Terminate the characteristic and key figure selection.
Then enter a name in the field. A sender structure will be generated
automatically. You then branch into the rule maintenance for the new
sender structure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6657 - No sender structure maintained yet. (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message K6657 "No sender structure maintained yet" typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal order accounting when there is an attempt to execute a transaction that requires a sender structure, but none has been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Sender Structure: The sender structure for the cost object (like a cost center or internal order) has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the controlling area or the specific cost object may not be properly set up.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being executed may require a sender structure that has not been activated or maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6657 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Sender Structure Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for the controlling area.
  Use transaction code OKB9 to check the sender structure settings.
  Ensure that the sender structure is defined for the relevant cost object (cost center, internal order, etc.).
  
  
  
  Maintain Sender Structure:
  
  If the sender structure is missing, you will need to create or maintain it.
  Use transaction code OKB9 to create a new sender structure or modify an existing one.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Verify that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the sender structure you have defined.
  If necessary, adjust the transaction type settings to align with the sender structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to cost accounting and sender structures for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKB9 (Maintain Sender Structure) and KOB1 (Display Actual Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the sender structure 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 controlling (CO) module configurations.