How To Fix KI090 - No master cost center is possible as replacement for direct acct assignmt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: No master cost center is possible as replacement for direct acct assignmt

What causes this issue?

In payroll accounting, data cannot be posted from a CO point of view
neither to the CO account assignment stored in the HR accounting data
nor to the master cost center to be posted alternatively. In this case,
the system searches Customizing for an alternative cost center to be
stored for each company code and business area. This alternative cost
center is not stored for your company.

System Response

The document cannot be posted from a CO point of view.

How to fix this error?

Store an alternative cost center in Payroll Accounting Customizing.
Additionally, you can check why no data can be posted to the master
cost center of the employee, and take corresponding steps.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI090 - No master cost center is possible as replacement for direct acct assignmt ?

  The SAP error message KI090 ("No master cost center is possible as replacement for direct acct assignment") typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost accounting when you are trying to post a transaction that involves a direct account assignment to a cost center. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid master cost center to replace the direct account assignment.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Cost Center: The cost center you are trying to use may not be defined as a master cost center in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cost centers or the account assignment may not be set up correctly.
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center you are trying to use may be inactive or not available for the period in which you are trying to post.
  Account Assignment Issues: The account assignment type may not be compatible with the cost center you are trying to use.
  Cost Center Hierarchy: The cost center may not be part of the correct hierarchy or may not be assigned to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Master Data:
  
  Go to the cost center master data (transaction code KS03) and verify that the cost center exists and is active.
  Ensure that the cost center is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for cost centers in the controlling area (transaction code OKKP).
  Ensure that the account assignment types are correctly configured to allow for direct account assignments.
  
  
  
  Verify Account Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the account assignment you are using is valid and compatible with the cost center.
  Check if the account assignment type is set up to allow for the type of posting you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is not marked as inactive for the period in which you are trying to post.
  If the cost center is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or use a different cost center.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to cost centers and account assignments.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Cost Center:
  
  If a master cost center is not available, consider using an alternative cost center that meets the requirements for the posting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  OKKP: Controlling Area Settings
  KSB1: Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify cost center data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.