How To Fix KEO090 - Place the cursor on the cost center or profit center column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEO - Enterprise Organization

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Place the cursor on the cost center or profit center column

What causes this issue?

For a given organizational unit, you want to display all links to cost
centers or profit centers within the time period set. However, the
system cannot establish whether this data is to be displayed for cost
centers or profit centers because at the moment neither column is
selected.

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?

For the HR organization you selected, position your cursor either on
the "cost center" or "profit center" column:- you can then display the
information.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEO090 - Place the cursor on the cost center or profit center column ?

  The SAP error message KEO090 typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or profit center accounting when the system requires you to specify a cost center or profit center in a report or transaction. The message indicates that the cursor must be placed on the relevant column to proceed with the action you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The error usually arises when the system expects a cost center or profit center to be specified, but it is either missing or incorrectly entered.
  Incorrect Cursor Position: The error message explicitly states that you need to place the cursor on the cost center or profit center column, indicating that the system is waiting for you to select or enter a valid entry in that specific field.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the cost center or profit center is not recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Place the Cursor Correctly: Ensure that you place the cursor on the cost center or profit center column in the relevant screen or report. This action may prompt the system to recognize the input field correctly.
  Enter Valid Data: Make sure to enter a valid cost center or profit center that exists in the system. You can use the search help (F4) to find valid entries.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center or profit center data.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for cost centers and profit centers in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to cost accounting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly enter data in the cost center and profit center fields to avoid this error in the future.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) modules.