How To Fix KE805 - The combination you have entered is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 805

• Message text: The combination you have entered is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE805 - The combination you have entered is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message KE805 ("The combination you have entered is not allowed") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post a transaction or create a report that involves cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects. This error indicates that the combination of the elements you are trying to use is not valid according to the configuration in the system.
  Causes of KE805
  
  
  Invalid Combination of Cost Elements: The combination of cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects may not be allowed due to configuration settings.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the cost centers, internal orders, or other objects may not be set up correctly or may be inactive.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the combination of objects being used.
  
  
  Period or Fiscal Year Restrictions: The posting period or fiscal year may be closed, preventing any new postings.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The controlling area settings may restrict certain combinations of cost elements or cost objects.
  
  
  Solutions to KE805
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the cost centers, internal orders, and other controlling objects are correctly set up and active. Ensure that they are assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that the combination of cost elements is allowed. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction codes like OKB9 (for cost element groups) or OKEQ (for cost center groups).
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. This can be checked with the help of the security team or by using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  Posting Period: Confirm that the posting period is open. You can check this in transaction OB52, where you can see the open and closed periods for different company codes and controlling areas.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may have additional insights based on your specific configuration and setup.
  
  
  Testing: If you have made changes to master data or configuration, perform a test transaction to see if the error still occurs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKB9: Cost Element Groups
  OKEQ: Cost Center Groups
  OB52: Posting Periods
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for KE805 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE805 error and implement a solution.