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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 related to cost centers.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Existence:
  
  Verify that the cost center exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the cost center master data (Transaction Code: KS03) and checking if the cost center is active.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Activate Cost Center:
  
  If the cost center is missing or inactive, you may need to recreate it or activate it. Use Transaction Code: KS01 to create a new cost center if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the controlling module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the controlling area and cost center settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the cost center data. You can use Transaction Code: KAH3 to check the cost center master data for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost center data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KAH3: Display Cost Center Master Data
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on cost center accounting and troubleshooting.
  
  
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion boards for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the KI290 error message in SAP.