Message type: E = Error
Message class: KI -
Message number: 278
Message text: Do not assign to an order (no cost accounting in company code &)
You assigned an account to an order, although cost accounting is not
active in company code &V1&.
This posting is not allowed.
Activate cost accounting for company code &V1& by assigning a
controlling area to this company code.
Alternately, do not assign an account to an order.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
KI278
- Do not assign to an order (no cost accounting in company code &) ?The SAP error message KI278 ("Do not assign to an order (no cost accounting in company code &)") typically occurs when you attempt to assign a cost object (like an order) in a company code that is not set up for cost accounting. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post costs to an internal order or when performing a transaction that involves cost accounting.
Cause: Cost Accounting Not Activated: The company code you are working with does not have cost accounting activated. This means that the system is not configured to handle cost-related transactions for that specific company code.
Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the controlling area or company code that prevent cost accounting from being utilized. Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for cost accounting (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
Solution: Activate
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