How To Fix KA175 - Error in costing sheet line &: -> Object cannot credit itself

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Error in costing sheet line &: -> Object cannot credit itself

What causes this issue?

You use the costing sheet to apply overhead to the object. The costing
sheet has an account key in row &V1&, in which the object itself is
entered as a credit object.
An object cannot credit itself.

System Response

The program does not calculate overhead for this row, but it does so
for the other overhead rows.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to be able to debit this object with overhead, and credit
it with overhead on other objects, then you do not need to do anything.
Otherwise, you need to remove the object from the account key, or
exclude the object from the overhead application by changing the
selection conditions in the initial screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA175 - Error in costing sheet line &: -> Object cannot credit itself ?

  The SAP error message KA175, which states "Error in costing sheet line &: -> Object cannot credit itself," typically occurs in the context of product costing or cost planning in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the costing sheet, specifically related to the crediting of cost elements or cost centers.
  Cause:
  
  Self-Crediting: The error arises when a cost element or cost center is set up in such a way that it attempts to credit itself. This is not allowed in SAP, as it creates a circular reference.
  Costing Sheet Configuration: The costing sheet may have been incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where the system tries to credit the same object that is being debited.
  Cost Element Assignment: There may be an issue with how cost elements are assigned in the costing sheet, leading to conflicts in the crediting process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Costing Sheet Configuration:
  
  Go to the costing sheet configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OKTZ).
  Check the lines in the costing sheet for any entries that may be set to credit the same object that is being debited.
  Ensure that the credit and debit entries are correctly defined and do not reference the same object.
  
  
  
  Adjust Cost Element Assignments:
  
  Review the cost elements assigned to the costing sheet.
  Ensure that no cost element is set to credit itself. If necessary, change the assignment to a different cost element that does not create a circular reference.
  
  
  
  Check Costing Variants:
  
  Verify the costing variant settings (Transaction code: OKKN) to ensure that they are correctly configured and do not lead to self-crediting scenarios.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring costing sheets and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the costing process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKTZ (Costing Sheet), OKKN (Costing Variants), and CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) for further analysis and adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.