How To Fix KM130 - Enter EITHER 'Profit center' OR 'Hierarchy area'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Enter EITHER 'Profit center' OR 'Hierarchy area'

What causes this issue?

You have entered both a profit center and a profit center group.

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?

Choose either a profit center or a profit center group.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM130 - Enter EITHER 'Profit center' OR 'Hierarchy area' ?

  The SAP error message KM130, which states "Enter EITHER 'Profit center' OR 'Hierarchy area'," typically occurs in the context of reporting or planning within the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders. This error indicates that the system requires at least one of the two fields—Profit Center or Hierarchy Area—to be filled in for the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user has not entered any value in either the Profit Center or Hierarchy Area fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that it expects one of these fields to be filled based on the specific transaction or report being executed.
  User Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may not understand the requirement for the specific transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Information: 
  
  Ensure that you fill in either the Profit Center or the Hierarchy Area field before executing the transaction or report.
  If you have a specific Profit Center in mind, enter it in the Profit Center field. If you are working with a group of cost centers, enter the appropriate Hierarchy Area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  If you believe you should not be receiving this error, check with your SAP administrator or consultant to ensure that the configuration settings for the relevant module are correct.
  Review the settings in the controlling area to see if there are any specific requirements for the fields in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using to understand the requirements for input fields.
  
  
  
  Training and Support: 
  
  If you are new to SAP or the specific module, consider seeking training or support from experienced users or SAP consultants to better understand how to navigate the system and avoid such errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions within the CO module, such as planning transactions (e.g., KP06, KP07) or reporting transactions (e.g., KSB1).
  Profit Center Accounting: Understanding how profit centers and hierarchy areas are structured in your organization can help in correctly filling out the required fields.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address specific scenarios.
  
  By ensuring that you provide the necessary input in either the Profit Center or Hierarchy Area field, you should be able to resolve the KM130 error and proceed with your transaction or report.