How To Fix KD551 - Cost element & does not exist in controlling area &

KD551 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Cost element & does not exist in controlling area &

What causes this issue?

Cost element &V1& is not entered in controlling area &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Enter cost element &v1&, or use another settlement cost element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD551 - Cost element & does not exist in controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message KD551 indicates that a cost element you are trying to use does not exist in the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) transactions, such as when you are trying to post costs or create cost allocations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Not Created: The cost element you are trying to use has not been created in the controlling area you are working with.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The cost element may exist, but it is not assigned to the controlling area you are currently using.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the cost element code you are entering.
  Inactive Cost Element: The cost element might exist but is inactive or not available for the current period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element) to verify if the cost element exists in the controlling area.
  If it does