How To Fix KM073 - No revenue/cost element groups exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 073

• Message text: No revenue/cost element groups exist

What causes this issue?

No revenue/cost element groups have 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?

Create revenue/cost groups using the function
<DS:TRAN.KDH1>Create revenue/cost element group</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM073 - No revenue/cost element groups exist ?

  The SAP error message KM073 ("No revenue/cost element groups exist") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when the system is unable to find any defined revenue or cost element groups for the specified criteria. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to execute reports, perform allocations, or run assessments.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary revenue or cost element groups have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the controlling area or the specific cost element may not be correctly configured.
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may not match any existing groups.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the cost element groups.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define Cost Element Groups:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Go to Controlling > Cost Element Accounting > Master Data > Cost Element Groups.
  Create or modify the necessary cost element groups to ensure they exist for the required controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly set up and that the cost elements are assigned to the appropriate groups.
  Verify that the cost element groups are assigned to the relevant company codes and controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  If you are running a report or transaction, double-check the selection criteria to ensure they are correct and that they should return data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost element groups. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to cost element groups and profitability analysis for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KAH1: Create Cost Element Group
  KAH2: Change Cost Element Group
  KAH3: Display Cost Element Group
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Training and Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM073 error and ensure that the necessary cost element groups are in place for your SAP system.