How To Fix KEO095 - Activate inactive &1 in controlling area &2 first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEO - Enterprise Organization

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Activate inactive &1 in controlling area &2 first

What causes this issue?

No inactive &V1& can exist in controlling area &V2& if you want to
create a &V3& (standard hierarchy, alternative hierarchy) from the
enterprise organization, or if you want to replace the standard
hierarchy with a predefined alternative hierarchy.

System Response

The system found inactive &V1& in controlling area &V2&, meaning that
the required function is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Activate all inactive &V1& in controlling area &V2&, and then create
&V3&.
The function for activating inactive &V1& is in the IMG in the
following menu path: Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting ->
Enterprise Organization -> Activate Inactive Master Data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEO095 - Activate inactive &1 in controlling area &2 first ?

  The SAP error message KEO095 indicates that you are trying to perform an operation in the Controlling (CO) module on a cost object (like a cost center, internal order, etc.) that is currently inactive. The message specifically states that you need to activate the inactive object before proceeding with your operation.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to post costs or perform any other operations on a cost object that has not been activated in the specified controlling area.
  The cost object may have been created but not yet activated, or it may have been deactivated for some reason.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KEO095 error, you need to activate the specified cost object in the controlling area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Inactive Object: The error message will specify the object (e.g., cost center, internal order) and the controlling area. Make a note of these details.
  
  
  Access the Relevant Transaction:
  
  For cost centers, you can use transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KS02 (Change Cost Center).
  For internal orders, use transaction code KO01 (Create Internal Order) or KO02 (Change Internal Order).
  
  
  
  Activate the Object:
  
  If you are using KS02 or KO02, enter the cost object number and the controlling area.
  Check the status of the object. If it is inactive, you will find an option to activate it.
  Make the necessary changes to activate the object and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Activation: After activation, you can verify that the object is now active by checking its status in the same transaction.
  
  
  Retry the Operation: Once the object is activated, you can retry the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Controlling Area: This is an organizational unit in SAP that represents a closed system used for cost accounting. Each controlling area can have multiple cost centers and internal orders.
  Cost Object Types: Common cost objects include cost centers, internal orders, profit centers, and projects. Each type has its own activation process.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate cost objects in the controlling area.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing cost objects in the CO module.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.