How To Fix KI290 - System error: object number missing for cost center &/& at &

KI290 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 290

• Message text: System error: object number missing for cost center &/& at &

What causes this issue?

An object number is missing in the master data record of cost center
&V1&/&V2& valid on &V3&. Normally the SAP System automatically enters
this object number when you create a cost center.

System Response

Without an object number you cannot make any postings to this cost
center, as monthly debits and credits are updated under this number.

How to fix this error?

This is an internal system error. Contact the SAP hotline service.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI290 - System error: object number missing for cost center &/& at & ?

  The SAP error message KI290 ("System error: object number missing for cost center &/& at &") typically indicates that there is a problem with the cost center data in the system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during posting, reporting, or when trying to access cost center-related information.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Object Number: The error suggests that the system is unable to find the object number associated with the specified cost center. This could be due to:
  
  The cost center not being created or activated in the system.
  The cost center being deleted or archived.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the database.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling (CO) module or the cost center accounting settings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center data.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing data