How To Fix K8055 - Initial values for sender are not planned here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Initial values for sender are not planned here

What causes this issue?

You transferred the initial values for the sender cost center and
sender activity type characteristics to the selection criteria (such as
within a group).
This is useful, however, only for plan records that do not display
activity type inputs. The cost element characteristic is mandatory for
these plan records. The characteristic is nevertheless not available in
the layout, or was not given values in the initial screen.

System Response

The characterisic combinations with
Sender cost center = Initial value
Sender activity type = Initial value
were rejected.

How to fix this error?

To avoid this error, use the cost element characteristic in addition.
Alternately, remove both initial values from the selection criteria for
sender cost center and sender activity type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8055 - Initial values for sender are not planned here ?

  The SAP error message K8055, "Initial values for sender are not planned here," typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal order management when you are trying to execute a transaction that requires initial values for a sender (like a cost center or internal order) that have not been defined or planned in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Data: The sender (cost center, internal order, etc.) does not have any planned values for the specified period. This can happen if planning has not been performed for that sender or if the planning data has been deleted or not saved correctly.
  Incorrect Period: The transaction might be trying to access a period for which planning data is not available.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the system from recognizing the sender's planning data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Data:
  
  Go to the planning transaction (e.g., KP06 for cost centers) and verify if there are planned values for the sender in the relevant period.
  If there are no planned values, you will need to enter the planning data for that sender.
  
  
  
  Review Period Settings:
  
  Ensure that you are working within the correct fiscal period. If you are trying to execute a transaction for a closed period, you may need to adjust your settings or open the period if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Re-Plan if Necessary:
  
  If the planning data is missing or incorrect, you may need to re-enter the planning data for the sender.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the sender and that the planning version is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on planning and controlling transactions related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP26 (Activity Type Planning), and KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to analyze and manage planning data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit planning data in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the K8055 error and implement a solution to resolve it.