How To Fix KI005 - There is no & in this system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: There is no & in this system.

What causes this issue?

Transaction &V3& may require tracing factors from receiver object &V1&
to determine values for allocation. Transaction data for &V1&, however,
is stored in logical system &V2&, which may lead to incorrect
allocation values.

How to fix this error?

Check whether all data required for determining allocation values is
located on the local system or is current.
Allocations using fixed values or fixed percentages do not require this
check.
In Customizing, you can change this message from a warning to an error
message, or deactivate the message entirely. See the Implementation
Guide under "Controlling: General" and choose
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OBA5>Change message control</>. The message
area is KI and the message number is 005.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI005 - There is no & in this system. ?

  The SAP error message KI005 ("There is no & in this system") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to access a cost element or a cost center that does not exist in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to post costs, run reports, or perform other activities related to cost accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Cost Element/Cost Center: The most common cause is that the cost element or cost center you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the cost element or cost center may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost element or cost center.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the system from recognizing the cost element or cost center.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existence: Verify that the cost element or cost center you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., KS01 for cost elements, KS02 for cost centers) and checking if the entry is present.
  Create Missing Master Data: If the cost element or cost center does not exist, you will need to create it using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., KS01 for cost elements, KS01 for cost centers).
  Review Master Data: If the cost element or cost center exists but is not functioning as expected, review its configuration and settings to ensure they are correct.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the cost element or cost center. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP CO configuration team to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Element
  KS02: Change Cost Element
  KS03: Display Cost Element
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for controlling (CO) to understand the structure and requirements for cost elements and cost centers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KI005 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.