How To Fix KK066 - Profit center &1 does not exist in controlling area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Profit center &1 does not exist in controlling area &2

What causes this issue?

The profit center &V1& searched for in controlling area &V2& has not
yet been created.

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?

Check your entries and, if necessary, create the profit center.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK066 - Profit center &1 does not exist in controlling area &2 ?

  The SAP error message KK066 indicates that a specified profit center does not exist in the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction or perform an operation that involves a profit center that has not been defined or is not valid for the controlling area you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Profit Center Not Defined: The profit center you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The profit center exists, but it is not assigned to the controlling area you are using.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the profit center or controlling area code.
  Master Data Issues: The profit center may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profit Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE52 (Change Profit Center) or KE51 (Create Profit Center) to verify if the profit center exists.
  Ensure that the profit center is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Use transaction code OKB9 to check the assignment of profit centers to controlling areas.
  Ensure that the profit center is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the profit center and controlling area codes for any typographical errors in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If the profit center should exist but does not, consult with your master data management team to create or reactivate the profit center.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the profit center and controlling area.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE51: Create Profit Center
  KE52: Change Profit Center
  OKB9: Assign Profit Centers to Controlling Areas
  KSB1: Display Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to profit center management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on profit center accounting and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KK066 error and ensure that the profit center is correctly set up in the specified controlling area.