How To Fix KK362 - Cost element &1 in controlling area &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 362

• Message text: Cost element &1 in controlling area &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.3526B5CCAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Cost element</> does not
exist in the current controlling area.

System Response

You cannot use this cost element.

How to fix this error?

Either select a suitable cost element from the existing ones or create
a new cost element.
<DS:TRAN.KA01>Create primary cost element</>
<DS:TRAN.KA06>Create secondary cost element</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK362 - Cost element &1 in controlling area &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KK362 indicates that a specified cost element does not exist in the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves cost elements, such as posting costs to a cost center or internal order, and the system cannot find the cost element in the controlling area you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Not Created: The cost element you are trying to use has not been created in the specified controlling area.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The cost element exists, but it is not assigned to the controlling area you are using.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the cost element code or the controlling area code.
  Inactive Cost Element: The cost element may exist but is inactive or not available for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element) to verify if the cost element exists in the specified controlling area.
  If it does not exist, create it using the appropriate settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the cost element is assigned to the correct controlling area. You can check this in the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the cost element and controlling area codes for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Activate Cost Element:
  
  If the cost element exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the cost element.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA01: Create Cost Element
  KA02: Change Cost Element
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  KAH1: Create Cost Element Group
  KAH2: Change Cost Element Group
  KAH3: Display Cost Element Group
  
  
  
  Cost Element Types:
  
  Understand the different types of cost elements (primary and secondary) and their purposes in controlling.
  
  
  
  Controlling Area Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of your controlling area in transaction code OKKP to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KK362 error and ensure that the cost element is correctly set up in your SAP system.