How To Fix KA125 - Select actual or planned overhead

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Select actual or planned overhead

What causes this issue?

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?

Select only one processing type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA125 - Select actual or planned overhead ?

  The SAP error message KA125 ("Select actual or planned overhead") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting, particularly when working with overhead costs in the Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify whether you want to work with actual overhead costs or planned overhead costs, but you have not made a selection.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected whether they want to view or process actual or planned overhead costs.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the overhead costing settings in the system.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute may require a specific context (actual vs. planned) that has not been provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Make a Selection: When prompted by the error message, ensure that you explicitly select either "Actual" or "Planned" overhead costs in the relevant field or dropdown menu.
  Check Configuration: If the selection is not available or the error persists, check the configuration settings in the CO module to ensure that overhead costing is set up correctly.
  Review Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction code and that it is appropriate for the type of overhead costs you are trying to work with.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction you are using to understand the requirements for selecting overhead costs.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the overhead costing features in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to overhead costing include KGI2 (Display Actual Overhead), KGI3 (Display Planned Overhead), and KKS1 (Order Settlement).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message KA125.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a colleague who has experience in the CO module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KA125 error and proceed with your cost accounting tasks in SAP.