How To Fix KA269 - Overhead & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Overhead & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Overhead &V1& does not exist.

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?

Create an overhead under the name &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA269 - Overhead & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KA269 typically indicates that there is an issue with the overhead calculation in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically related to cost centers or internal orders. The message "Overhead & does not exist" suggests that the system is unable to find the overhead rates or definitions that are required for the calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Overhead Rates: The overhead rates for the specified cost center or internal order may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for overhead calculation may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may not be properly maintained or may be inactive.
  Period Closing: If the period is closed, it may prevent the system from accessing the necessary data for overhead calculation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Overhead Rates:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OKTZ (Overhead Rates) to verify if the overhead rates are defined for the relevant cost center or internal order.
  If they are missing, you will need to create or update the overhead rates.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings for Controlling.
  Ensure that the overhead calculation settings are correctly configured according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost center or internal order using transaction codes like KS03 (Display Cost Center) or KO03 (Display Internal Order).
  Ensure that the relevant data is active and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Ensure that the period in which you are trying to perform the overhead calculation is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Periods).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to overhead calculation for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OKTZ, SPRO, KS03, KO03, OB52
  Modules Involved: Controlling (CO), Financial Accounting (FI)
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to overhead calculation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KA269 error message in SAP.