How To Fix KA148 - Enter cost center interval or group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Enter cost center interval or group

What causes this issue?

You can start the accrual calculation either for an individual cost
center, a cost center interval (entry in from and to-cost centers), or
for a cost center group.
The system does not allow entries in the cost center field and the cost
center group.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA148 - Enter cost center interval or group ?

  The SAP error message KA148 ("Enter cost center interval or group") typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires specifying a cost center or a range of cost centers, but this information has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered a cost center or a range of cost centers in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require cost center information that has not been specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of cost centers in the system, leading to the inability to retrieve or display the necessary data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Cost Center Information: Ensure that you enter a valid cost center or a range of cost centers in the appropriate fields before executing the transaction.
  
  If you are using a report or transaction that requires a cost center group, make sure to select or input the correct group.
  
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Verify that you are in the correct input fields for cost centers. Sometimes, the layout may change, and you might be looking at the wrong section.
  
  
  Review Transaction Requirements: Check the documentation or help for the specific transaction you are using to ensure you understand what inputs are required.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you suspect that there may be a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that cost centers are properly set up in the system.
  
  
  Use F4 Help: Utilize the F4 help functionality in SAP to search for available cost centers or groups. This can help ensure that you are entering valid data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to cost center accounting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KSU5 (Create Cost Center Group), etc.
  Cost Center Master Data: Ensure that the cost center master data is correctly maintained in the system. You can check this using transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KS02 (Change Cost Center).
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center data you are trying to work with.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.