How To Fix KI262 - Cost center &/& is blocked against indirect postings on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Cost center &/& is blocked against indirect postings on &

What causes this issue?

Cost center &V2& in controlling area &V1& is locked for secondary
postings on &V3&.

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?

Remove the lock for secondary postings in the cost center master.
Or, assign the account to another cost center, order, or project.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI262 - Cost center &/& is blocked against indirect postings on & ?

  The SAP error message KI262 indicates that a specific cost center is blocked against indirect postings on a particular date. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to post costs to a cost center that has been set to prevent indirect postings, which can happen for various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Status: The cost center may be set to "blocked" for indirect postings. This can be due to the cost center being inactive or closed for a specific period.
  Period Closing: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further postings to that cost center.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the controlling module may have been set to restrict postings to certain cost centers.
  Master Data Issues: The cost center master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to restrictions on postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status:
  
  Go to the cost center master data (transaction code KS03).
  Verify if the cost center is active and check the settings related to indirect postings.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Period:
  
  Check if the posting period is open. You can do this in the transaction code OB52 (for controlling periods).
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it again if it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the cost center is intentionally blocked for indirect postings, you may need to review the business process and determine if this restriction should be lifted.
  Consult with your SAP CO configuration team to understand the implications of changing these settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the cost center master data is correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your organization's configuration and policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  KSB1: Display Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified cost center.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KI262 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.