How To Fix KF026 - Invalid program status during transfer of overhead -> See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Invalid program status during transfer of overhead -> See long text

What causes this issue?

During the transfer of overhead to Profitability Analysis, an undefined
program status has occurred. Processing cannot be completed.
Diagnosis tools:
DIAG1 = "&v1&"
DIAG2 = "&v2&"
DIAG3 = "&v3&"
DIAG4 = "&v4&"

How to fix this error?

First check in OSS whether notes already exist for error message
<ZH>KF026</>. The problem might already have a solution defined for it.
Otherwise, create an OSS message and include in it the following
information:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How did the error situation arise?
Quote the transaction code, the menu steps, or the program that you
executed.
Quote all relevant entries made in any selection screens or dialog
boxes that might be required to fully comprehend the problem.
Note the values in diagnosis tools DIAG1 through DIAG4 (see above).
If this error message appears in the form of a short dump, quote the
system and the application server.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF026 - Invalid program status during transfer of overhead -> See long text ?

  The SAP error message KF026 "Invalid program status during transfer of overhead" typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with overhead cost calculations and allocations. This error indicates that there is an issue with the status of the program or the data being processed during the transfer of overhead costs.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Program Status: The program may be in a status that does not allow for the transfer of overhead costs. This could be due to a prior step not being completed or an incorrect sequence of operations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the cost center or internal order master data.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for overhead calculation or allocation may not be set up correctly, leading to errors during processing.
  Locked Objects: The objects involved in the overhead transfer may be locked by another