How To Fix KI151 - Cost center/activity type &1/&2 uses allocation cost element &3, not &4.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Cost center/activity type &1/&2 uses allocation cost element &3, not &4.

What causes this issue?

You have entered the combination of cost center/activity type as the
sender. Allocation cost element &V1& was determined for this. Cost
element &V1& was also specified.

System Response

As the cost element must be unique, processing cannot continue.

How to fix this error?

Do not specify a cost element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI151 - Cost center/activity type &1/&2 uses allocation cost element &3, not &4. ?

  The SAP error message KI151 indicates that there is a mismatch between the cost element being used in a cost center/activity type allocation and the expected cost element. This typically occurs in the context of internal orders, cost centers, or activity types when trying to allocate costs.
  Cause:
  The error message KI151 is triggered when:
  
  A cost center or activity type is configured to use a specific allocation cost element (in this case, &3), but the system is trying to use a different cost element (in this case, &4) for the allocation.
  This can happen due to incorrect configuration in the controlling area, cost center, or activity type settings.
  It may also occur if there are changes in the cost element master data or if the allocation structure has been modified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KI151 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the cost center or activity type in the SAP system.
  Verify the allocation cost element settings to ensure that they match the expected cost element.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost center and activity type to ensure that they are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the cost element being used in the transaction is the one that is configured for the cost center/activity type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Allocation Structure:
  
  If necessary, adjust the allocation structure to ensure that the correct cost element is being used for the allocation.
  You may need to update the allocation rules or settings in the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring cost elements and allocations.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making any changes, test the allocation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OKB9 (for cost element planning) or KP26 (for activity type planning) to review and adjust settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on controlling and cost element accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the KI151 error in your SAP system.