How To Fix KM119 - Enter a valid cost center group

KM119 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Enter a valid cost center group

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KM119 - Details

• The SAP error message KM119, which states "Enter a valid cost center group," typically occurs when a user attempts to enter or process data related to cost center groups in SAP, but the system cannot find a valid entry for the specified cost center group. This can happen in various transactions or reports where cost center groups are required.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Cost Center Group: The cost center group entered does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or using an outdated group.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified cost center group.
  
  Configuration Issues: The cost center group may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or made inactive.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered the cost center group in an incorrect format or with invalid characters.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Cost Center Group: Check the cost