How To Fix KH850 - Element "&" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 850

• Message text: Element "&" does not exist

What causes this issue?

The specified element has not been defined.

System Response

The key figure scheme cannot work correctly.

How to fix this error?

It may be that an element was deleted but is still needed in the
definition of other elements.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH850 - Element "&" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KH850, which states "Element '&' does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to access or manipulate a master data element (like a cost center, internal order, or activity type) that the system cannot find. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Master Data: The element you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the element name or ID.
  Data Deletion: The master data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified element.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or other related settings that prevent the system from recognizing the element.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport environment, the required data might not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Element Existence: Check if the element you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., cost center transaction) and searching for the element.
  Check for Typos: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the element name or ID you are entering.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: If you suspect that the data might have been deleted or archived, consult with your SAP Basis or data management team to check the data consistency.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KS03 (Display Cost Center) to manage cost centers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on master data management in the Controlling module.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.