How To Fix KI164 - Store a cost element for debit down payments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Store a cost element for debit down payments

What causes this issue?

In controlling area &V1&, down payment updating is active. You must
maintain a default cost element and a default revenue element for down
payments.

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?

Maintain the default cost and revenue elements in the configuration
menu of the project system for controlling area &V1&.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI164 - Store a cost element for debit down payments ?

  The SAP error message KI164 ("Store a cost element for debit down payments") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post a down payment that requires a cost element to be specified. This error indicates that the system cannot find a cost element associated with the down payment transaction.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Cost Element: The down payment transaction does not have an associated cost element defined in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the cost element or the down payment process may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Account Assignment Issues: The account assignment for the down payment may not be properly defined, leading to the inability to determine the cost element.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KI164 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and verify that the cost element you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the cost element is assigned to the appropriate cost element category.
  
  
  
  Define Cost Element for Down Payments:
  
  If a cost element is not defined for down payments, you may need to create one. Use transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) to create a new cost element if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignment:
  
  Check the account assignment in the down payment document. Ensure that the account assignment is correct and that it includes a valid cost element.
  If you are using a specific account assignment object (like a cost center or internal order), ensure that it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for down payments in the controlling module. This can be done through transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and navigating to the relevant sections under Controlling.
  Ensure that the settings for down payments are correctly defined, including any necessary account assignments.
  
  
  
  Test Posting:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the down payment again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KA01 (Create Cost Element), KA03 (Display Cost Element), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Cost Element Categories: Understand the different categories of cost elements and their implications for down payments.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost elements and down payment processing in the controlling module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the controlling module for further assistance.