How To Fix KG801 - & & does not exist -> check your entry

KG801 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 801

• Message text: & & does not exist -> check your entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG801 - & & does not exist -> check your entry ?

  The SAP error message KG801 typically indicates that a specific cost element or cost center does not exist in the system. This error often arises in the context of cost accounting or controlling modules when trying to post costs or perform transactions that require valid cost elements or cost centers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Cost Element/Cost Center: The cost element or cost center you are trying to use in your transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the cost element or cost center field.
  Master Data Not Created: The necessary master data (cost element or cost center) has not been created or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost element or cost center.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Entry: Verify that the cost element or cost center you are trying to use is correctly entered. Look for any typos