How To Fix KA128 - Order does not contain a costing sheet; enter one if required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Order does not contain a costing sheet; enter one if required

What causes this issue?

The system could not calculate any overhead because the order does not
contain a costing sheet.

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?

<ZH>Processing a single order:</>
Enter a costing sheet in the control data for the order concerned.
<ZH>Processing an order group:</>
If you want to apply overhead to this particular order, enter a costing
sheet in the controlling data for the order.
If you do not want to apply overhead to this order, remove it from the
group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA128 - Order does not contain a costing sheet; enter one if required ?

  The SAP error message KA128 ("Order does not contain a costing sheet; enter one if required") typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost accounting when you are trying to perform a costing operation on an order that does not have a costing sheet assigned to it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing production orders, internal orders, or project orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Costing Sheet: The primary cause of this error is that the order you are working with does not have a costing sheet assigned. Costing sheets are essential for determining how costs are calculated and allocated to the order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the order type that prevent the assignment of a costing sheet.
  Order Type Settings: The specific order type you are using may not be set up to require or allow a costing sheet.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KA128 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Details:
  
  Go to the order in question and check the details to see if a costing sheet is indeed missing.
  You can do this by navigating to the order in the SAP GUI and checking the "Costing" tab or similar section.
  
  
  
  Assign a Costing Sheet:
  
  If a costing sheet is required, you can assign one directly in the order. This is typically done in the order creation or change screen.
  Look for a field labeled "Costing Sheet" and enter the appropriate costing sheet code.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about which costing sheet to use, consult with your finance or controlling team to understand the appropriate costing sheet for the order type.
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area (transaction code OKEQ) to ensure that the costing sheet is correctly defined for the order type you are using.
  
  
  
  Order Type Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the specific order type in the configuration (transaction code OPL8) to ensure that it is set up to use costing sheets appropriately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are still facing issues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Sheets: Costing sheets define how costs are calculated and can include various parameters such as overhead rates, cost elements, and more.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO01: Create Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  KSS1: Create Costing Sheet
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to costing sheets and orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KA128 error and proceed with your costing activities in SAP.