How To Fix KA252 - All costing sheets have been assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 252

• Message text: All costing sheets have been assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA252 - All costing sheets have been assigned ?

  The SAP error message KA252 ("All costing sheets have been assigned") typically occurs in the context of product costing and is related to the configuration of costing sheets in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to proceed with a costing run because all available costing sheets have already been assigned to the relevant cost objects (such as materials or production orders).
  Cause:
  
  Costing Sheet Assignment: The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a costing sheet, but all costing sheets in the system have already been assigned to various cost objects. This means there are no available costing sheets left for assignment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the costing sheets are not set up correctly, or the system is not recognizing available costing sheets due to missing or incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Costing Sheet Assignments:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: OKTZ) and check the assignments of costing sheets to ensure that there are available sheets that can be assigned.
  If all costing sheets are indeed assigned, you may need to create a new costing sheet or modify existing ones.
  
  
  
  Create a New Costing Sheet:
  
  If necessary, create a new costing sheet in the system. This can be done through the configuration menu (Transaction code: OKTZ) where you can define new costing sheets and their parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Sheet Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the costing sheets are configured correctly. Check the parameters and settings associated with each costing sheet to ensure they meet the requirements for the cost objects you are working with.
  
  
  
  Reassign Costing Sheets:
  
  If you have the ability to reassign costing sheets, consider unassigning some from less critical cost objects to free them up for use in your current costing scenario.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing costing sheets and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKTZ (Costing Sheet) and CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate) to navigate the costing configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to costing sheets and error KA252 for specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify costing sheets in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in product costing to further investigate the problem.