How To Fix KI333 - For cost center &/& no cost collector has been defined at &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 333

• Message text: For cost center &/& no cost collector has been defined at &

What causes this issue?

You worked on cost center &V2& in controlling area &V1&. No cost
collector has been defined for this cost center. Check by viewing the
cost center in table CSKS. Select the controlling area and the cost
center and display the cost collector as well.

System Response

Posting or selection of CO objects is not possible without a cost
collector.

How to fix this error?

The error is probably linked to importing Release 1.2A and converting
the CO data. The SAP System is functional again once the update level
is imported and the data is sucessfully converted.
If termination occurs for any other reason, an internal system error
hasoccurred. Contact the SAP hotline service.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI333 - For cost center &/& no cost collector has been defined at & ?

  The SAP error message KI333 indicates that there is no cost collector defined for a specific cost center in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to post costs to a cost center that is expected to collect costs but has not been properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Collector: The primary cause of this error is that the cost center you are trying to use does not have an associated cost collector defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The cost center may not be set up correctly in the controlling area or may not be linked to a valid cost collector.
  Cost Center Status: The cost center may be inactive or not available for the period in which you are trying to post costs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KI333 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KS02 (Change Cost Center) and verify that the cost center in question is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the cost center is active and has the correct controlling area assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Cost Collector:
  
  If a cost collector is not defined, you need to create one. You can do this using transaction code KSC1 (Create Cost Collector) or KSC2 (Change Cost Collector).
  Make sure to link the cost collector to the appropriate cost center.
  
  
  
  Check Cost Center Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is assigned to the correct cost collector in the configuration settings. This can usually be done in the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Review Period Status:
  
  Check if the cost center is open for posting in the current period. If the period is closed, you may need to open it or post in an open period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations that may be required for your organization’s setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KSC1: Create Cost Collector
  KSC2: Change Cost Collector
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify cost centers and cost collectors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KI333 error and successfully post costs to the desired cost center. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.