How To Fix KI273 - Cost center &/& has no description in &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Cost center &/& has no description in &

What causes this issue?

Cost center &V2& exists in controlling area &V1&, but the cost center
name has not been maintained in &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?

Maintain the name of cost center &V2& in &V3&. In this transaction the
SAP System searches for the text in the interval ending &V4&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI273 - Cost center &/& has no description in & ?

  The SAP error message KI273 indicates that a cost center does not have a description in the specified controlling area. This can occur when you are trying to perform an operation related to cost centers, such as posting costs or running reports, and the system cannot find a valid description for the specified cost center.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Description: The cost center has been created but does not have a description assigned to it in the controlling area.
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center may be inactive or not properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when referencing the cost center.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  Enter the cost center and the controlling area to check if a description exists.
  If the description is missing, you can add it using transaction code KS02 (Change Cost Center).
  
  
  
  Activate Cost Center:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is active. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Verify that the cost center is being referenced correctly in your transaction. Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP configuration team or the person responsible for maintaining cost center data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  
  
  Controlling Area: Ensure that the cost center is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  User Authorizations: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to view or edit cost center data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing cost centers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KI273 error and ensure that your cost center has the necessary description in the system.