How To Fix KA164 - Cr. account key & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Cr. account key & deleted

What causes this issue?

Credit account key &V1& has been deleted.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA164 - Cr. account key & deleted ?

  The SAP error message KA164 ("Cr. account key & deleted") typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost elements or cost centers. This error indicates that the credit account key associated with a particular cost element or cost center has been deleted, which prevents the system from processing transactions that rely on that account key.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Account Key: The primary cause of this error is that the credit account key associated with a cost element or cost center has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or master data that involve the deletion of account keys can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to reference an account key that no longer exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Key: Verify if the account key mentioned in the error message has indeed been deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Restore Account Key: If the account key was deleted by mistake, you may need to restore it. This can be done by re-creating the account key in the system.
  Update Master Data: If the account key is no longer needed, ensure that all relevant master data (like cost elements or cost centers) is updated to reference a valid account key.
  Transaction Review: Review the transactions that are causing the error to ensure they are correctly configured to use valid account keys.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KA01 (Create Primary Cost Element), KA02 (Change Primary Cost Element), or KA03 (Display Primary Cost Element) to manage cost elements and their associated account keys.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for account keys can typically be found under the following path in the SAP menu: SPRO > Controlling > Cost Element Accounting > Master Data > Cost Element > Create/Change/Display.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult the SAP community for further assistance.