How To Fix KK438 - Cost elements were not fully maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 438

• Message text: Cost elements were not fully maintained

What causes this issue?

If you choose the <LS>Determine cost element</> function, the system
finds the cost elements for those costing items that are already
assigned to a cost element. You can assign the other items to cost
elements manually.

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?

Assign the items displayed in the dialog box to a cost element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK438 - Cost elements were not fully maintained ?

  The SAP error message KK438 ("Cost elements were not fully maintained") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform a transaction related to cost accounting, such as creating or changing a cost center, internal order, or other cost-related objects. This error indicates that the cost elements associated with the transaction have not been fully defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Cost Element Master Data: The cost elements required for the transaction may not be created or activated in the system.
  Incomplete Configuration: The cost element may not be properly configured in the controlling area or may be missing necessary attributes.
  Incorrect Assignment: The cost element may not be assigned to the appropriate cost center, internal order, or other relevant objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the cost elements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KK438 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and verify if the cost elements in question exist and are properly configured.
  Ensure that the cost elements are active and assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Maintain Cost Element:
  
  If the cost element is missing, create it using transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element).
  Ensure that all necessary attributes (such as cost element category) are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that the cost elements are correctly defined and linked to the relevant cost objects.
  Use transaction code OKB9 to review the cost element group assignments.
  
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the cost elements are assigned to the relevant cost centers or internal orders. You can check this in the master data of the respective objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain cost elements. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on cost element maintenance and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA01: Create Cost Element
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  OKB9: Maintain Cost Element Groups
  
  
  Cost Element Categories: Understand the different categories of cost elements (primary, secondary) and their implications in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to cost elements and the KK438 error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.