How To Fix KD277 - Sender costs are incomplete.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Sender costs are incomplete.

What causes this issue?

The sender is a capital-investment measure. It was debited with costs
from other senders during this settlement run. However, for technical
reasons, these costs are not included in the test run.

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?

The costs from hierarchical settlement are included in the production
run.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD277 - Sender costs are incomplete. ?

  The SAP error message KD277 ("Sender costs are incomplete") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to settle or execute a process that involves cost allocations, such as internal orders, cost centers, or projects. This error indicates that the system has detected that the sender cost object (e.g., cost center, internal order) does not have complete cost data, which is necessary for the allocation or settlement process.
  Causes of KD277
  
  
  Incomplete Cost Data: The sender cost object may not have all the necessary cost data recorded. This could be due to missing postings or incomplete entries in the relevant cost elements.
  
  
  Missing Allocation Structure: The allocation structure for the sender may not be properly defined or may not include all necessary cost elements.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the system from recognizing the complete cost data.
  
  
  Period Closing Issues: If the period is closed for posting, it may prevent the system from accessing the necessary cost data.
  
  
  Settlement Rules: If the settlement rules for the sender are not correctly defined, it can lead to incomplete cost data.
  
  
  Solutions to KD277
  
  
  Check Cost Data: Review the sender cost object to ensure that all necessary cost postings have been made. You can do this by checking the relevant cost center, internal order, or project.
  
  
  Review Allocation Structure: Ensure that the allocation structure is correctly defined and includes all necessary cost elements. You can check this in the configuration settings for the controlling module.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings for cost element accounting, internal orders, or cost centers.
  
  
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the relevant cost object. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Settlement Rules: Check the settlement rules for the sender cost object to ensure they are correctly defined. Make any necessary adjustments to the rules.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes such as KOB1 (for displaying actual line items for orders) or KSV5 (for displaying cost center reports) to analyze the cost data and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CO, such as KSB1 (cost center report), KOB1 (order report), and KSV5 (cost center planning).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the KD277 error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on cost allocation and settlement processes in the controlling module.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KD277 error message in SAP.