How To Fix K8077 - Dist. key & can only be used in cost element/stat. key fig. planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Dist. key & can only be used in cost element/stat. key fig. planning

What causes this issue?

You have selected distribution key &V1& for an activity type planning.
However, this distribution key distributes analogously to an activity
quantity that was planned on a cost center or business process.
It can therefore only be used in cost element planning or in
statistical key figure planning for cost centers / activity types or
business processes.

System Response

The entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Select another, suitable distribution key.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8077 - Dist. key & can only be used in cost element/stat. key fig. planning ?

  The SAP error message K8077 indicates that a distribution key (Dist. key) is being used in a context where it is not applicable. Specifically, this error occurs when a distribution key is attempted to be used in cost element or statistical key figure planning, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the distribution key is designed for use in certain types of planning scenarios, such as cost center planning or internal order planning, but it is being incorrectly applied in a context that does not support it. This can happen if:
  
  The distribution key is not defined correctly in the system.
  The planning layout or the data entry screen is not set up to handle distribution keys.
  The user is trying to use a distribution key in a planning scenario that only supports cost elements or statistical key figures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K8077 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Planning Layout: Ensure that the planning layout you are using is appropriate for the type of planning you are performing. If you are in cost element or statistical key figure planning, make sure you are not trying to use a distribution key.
  
  
  Review Distribution Key Configuration: Verify that the distribution key is correctly configured in the system. You can check the settings in the SAP configuration (transaction code SPRO) under:
  
  Controlling (CO) -> Cost Element Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Elements -> Define Distribution Keys.
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Keys: If you are in a planning scenario that does not support distribution keys, switch to using cost elements or statistical key figures as required by your planning process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific planning scenario you are working with. This can provide insights into what types of keys are valid for your planning context.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Distribution Keys: These are used to allocate costs or revenues based on predefined rules. They are typically used in cost center planning and internal order planning.
  Cost Elements: These represent the various types of costs incurred by an organization and are used in cost accounting.
  Statistical Key Figures: These are used to measure activities or performance in a cost center and can be used for allocation purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K8077 error and continue with your planning activities in SAP.