How To Fix KA187 - No entry for application & in internal table KATYP_TAB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 187

• Message text: No entry for application & in internal table KATYP_TAB

What causes this issue?

System error.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA187 - No entry for application & in internal table KATYP_TAB ?

  The SAP error message KA187, which states "No entry for application & in internal table KATYP_TAB," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost accounting or internal orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a relevant entry in the internal table that holds the application types for the specified application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the application type you are trying to use has not been configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings for the Controlling module.
  Incorrect Application Type: The application type specified in the transaction or report may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that resulted in missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for Controlling (CO).
  Ensure that the application type you are trying to use is properly defined in the system. This can typically be found under:
  
  Controlling -> Cost Element Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Elements -> Define Cost Element Categories.
  
  
  Verify that the necessary entries exist in the KATYP_TAB table.
  
  
  
  Verify Application Type:
  
  Double-check the application type you are using in your transaction. Make sure it matches the expected values defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. You may need to re-transport the configuration or manually create the missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application type and the error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and application type, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO to access the IMG, or SE11 to view the structure of the KATYP_TAB table.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KA187 error in your SAP system.