How To Fix KE355 - Maintain a costing sheet for the application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Maintain a costing sheet for the application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE355 - Maintain a costing sheet for the application ?

  The SAP error message KE355, which states "Maintain a costing sheet for the application," typically occurs in the context of controlling and costing in SAP, particularly when dealing with product costing or internal orders. This error indicates that the system requires a costing sheet to be defined for the application you are working with, which is necessary for calculating costs.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Costing Sheet: The costing sheet has not been defined for the relevant application (e.g., product costing, internal orders).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the costing sheet may not be properly set up or linked to the relevant application.
  Missing Assignment: The costing sheet may not be assigned to the appropriate controlling area or company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE355 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define a Costing Sheet:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Costing -> Costing Sheets -> Maintain Costing Sheets.
  Create a new costing sheet or modify an existing one as per your requirements.
  
  
  
  Assign the Costing Sheet:
  
  Ensure that the costing sheet is assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  You can do this by navigating to: Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Costing -> Costing Sheets -> Assign Costing Sheets to Controlling Area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the costing sheet is correctly configured with all necessary parameters, such as overhead rates, cost elements, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to perform the action that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Sheet Components: A costing sheet typically includes various components such as overhead rates, cost elements, and calculation methods that determine how costs are calculated.
  Costing Variants: Ensure that the costing variant you are using is compatible with the costing sheet you have defined.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on maintaining costing sheets and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling and costing within SAP.