How To Fix KG860 - No distribution key could be derived

KG860 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 860

• Message text: No distribution key could be derived

What causes this issue?

No distribution key could be selected for the object you have entered.
For this reason, "distribution as before" will be used.

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?

If necessary, enter suitable rule entries for the object-dependent
distribution key.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KG860 - Details

• The SAP error message KG860: No distribution key could be derived typically occurs in the context of cost accounting, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a valid distribution key for the allocation of costs.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Distribution Key: The distribution key that is required for the allocation is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the cost allocation or distribution process may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the cost centers, internal orders, or other relevant objects may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Incompatible Cost Elements: The cost elements used in the transaction may not be compatible with the distribution key.
  Missing Assignment: The assignment of the distribution key to the relevant cost centers or internal orders may be missing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Distribution Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to