How To Fix KK693 - Item &: Cost element does not match planned cost element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 693

• Message text: Item &: Cost element does not match planned cost element

What causes this issue?

The item you entered has a cost element in the master record, or it has
a cost element determined through account determination.
The item you entered has cost element &v2&. Since this cost element
does not match cost element &v3& to be planned, the entry for this item
is invalid.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK693 - Item &: Cost element does not match planned cost element ?

  The SAP error message KK693 ("Item &: Cost element does not match planned cost element") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post costs to a cost object (like an internal order, cost center, or project) and the cost element you are using does not match the cost element that was planned for that cost object.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch of Cost Elements: The cost element you are trying to use for posting does not match the cost element that was originally planned for the cost object. This can happen if:
  
  The cost element was changed after the planning was done.
  You are using a different cost element than what was specified in the planning phase.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the cost object settings that lead to this mismatch.
  
  
  Posting to the Wrong Cost Object: You might be trying to post to a cost object that is not set up to accept the cost element you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element: Verify the cost element you are trying to use for the posting. Ensure that it matches the planned cost element for the cost object you are working with.
  
  
  Review Planning Data: Go to the planning transaction (like KP06 for cost centers) and check the planned cost elements for the relevant cost object. Make sure that the cost element you are trying to use is included in the planning.
  
  
  Adjust Posting: If you find that the cost element is indeed different, you may need to adjust your posting to use the correct cost element that matches the planned one.
  
  
  Configuration Check: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the controlling area and the specific cost object to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and setup.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KP06 (for planning) or KOB1 (for displaying actual costs) to investigate the issue further.
  Cost Element Master Data: Check the master data for the cost elements involved to ensure they are correctly defined and assigned.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post to the cost object and cost element in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.