How To Fix KK803 - Cost element & in CO area & does not exist for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Cost element & in CO area & does not exist for &

What causes this issue?

Cost element &v1& does not exist on the pricing date of the cost
estimate.

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 the validity dates for cost element &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK803 - Cost element & in CO area & does not exist for & ?

  The SAP error message KK803 indicates that a cost element specified in a transaction does not exist in the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when trying to post costs or perform activities related to cost elements.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Cost Element: The cost element you are trying to use has not been created in the specified controlling area.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The cost element may exist, but it is not assigned to the controlling area you are working with.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the cost element field.
  Cost Element Type: The cost element might not be of the correct type (e.g., primary vs. secondary) for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and check if the cost element exists in the specified controlling area.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element).
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for the cost element in your transaction to ensure there are no typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Review Cost Element Type:
  
  Ensure that the cost element type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to execute. For example, primary cost elements are used for direct postings, while secondary cost elements are used for internal allocations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to create a new cost element, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Element Types: Understand the difference between primary and secondary cost elements and their usage in different scenarios.
  Controlling Area Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how controlling areas are set up in your SAP system, including the assignment of cost elements.
  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
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KK803 error and ensure that the cost elements are correctly set up in your SAP system.