How To Fix KB013 - Cost center does not exist in the controlling area and period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Cost center does not exist in the controlling area and period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB013 - Cost center does not exist in the controlling area and period ?

  The SAP error message KB013 indicates that a cost center you are trying to use does not exist in the specified controlling area and period. This error typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction to a cost center that is either not defined in the system or is not valid for the specified time frame.
  Causes of Error KB013
  
  Cost Center Not Created: The cost center you are trying to use has not been created in the controlling area.
  Cost Center Not Active: The cost center may exist but is not active for the specified period.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The cost center may belong to a different controlling area than the one you are currently using.
  Period Restrictions: The cost center may have been closed for posting in the specified period.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the cost center field.
  
  Solutions to Error KB013
  
  
  Check Cost Center Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and verify if the cost center exists in the specified controlling area.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center).
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Center Status:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is active for the period you are trying to post. You can check this in the cost center master data.
  If the cost center is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area:
  
  Confirm that you are using the correct controlling area. You can check the controlling area in the transaction where you are encountering the error.
  If you are in the wrong controlling area, switch to the correct one.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Periods:
  
  Check if the posting period is open for the cost center. You can do this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Table T001B) to see if the period is open for posting.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the cost center entry for any typos or errors. Ensure that the format and spelling are correct.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost center accounting and related transactions.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify cost centers in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KB013 error and successfully post your transactions. If the issue persists, consider consulting with your SAP support team for further assistance.