How To Fix KB001 - You must make an entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 001

• Message text: You must make an entry

What causes this issue?

You must make entries in the highlighted fields.

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?

Make the mandatory entries in the fields highlighted by the SAP System.
If two fields are highlighted, it may be sufficient to make an entry in
just one of the fields. For example, if the fields "Cost element" and
"Cost element group" are highlighted, you need only make an entry in
one of these fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB001 - You must make an entry ?

  The SAP error message "KB001 - You must make an entry" typically occurs in the context of SAP when a required field is left blank during data entry. This error is common in various transactions, especially in modules like Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI), where certain fields are mandatory for processing.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A mandatory field is not filled out.
  The system requires specific information to proceed with the transaction, and that information is missing.
  The user may have overlooked a required field or may not have the necessary data available at the time of entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the "KB001 - You must make an entry" error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Field: Check the screen for any fields that are highlighted or marked with an asterisk (*) indicating they are mandatory. 
  
  
  Fill in Required Information: Enter the necessary data in the highlighted fields. This could include:
  
  Cost Center
  Internal Order
  Amount
  Date
  Any other relevant