How To Fix KC216 - Cost element category & not valid for settlement.

KC216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KC - Cost Collector

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Cost element category & not valid for settlement.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KC216 - Cost element category & not valid for settlement. ?

  The SAP error message KC216 indicates that a cost element category is not valid for settlement. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to settle costs from one cost object to another, such as from an internal order or a project to a cost center or an asset.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Cost Element Category: The cost element you are trying to use is not configured for settlement. Cost elements are categorized into different types (e.g., primary, secondary) and not all types are valid for settlement.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling area may not allow for the settlement of the specific cost element category.
  Settlement Profile: The settlement profile assigned to the cost object may not include the cost element category in question.
  Cost Object Type: The type of cost object (e.g., internal order, project) may not support the settlement of that particular