How To Fix KM318 - No cost centers were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 318

• Message text: No cost centers were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM318 - No cost centers were selected ?

  The SAP error message KM318 ("No cost centers were selected") typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or when trying to execute a report or transaction that requires the selection of cost centers. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  No Cost Centers Defined: The most common reason for this error is that there are no cost centers defined in the system for the selection criteria you are using.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered may not match any existing cost centers. This could be due to incorrect filters or parameters.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select cost centers.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data in the system, such as inactive or deleted cost centers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the cost center master data (Transaction code: KS01 or KS02) and verify that the cost centers you expect to see are indeed created and active.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Ensure that the selection criteria you are using in the report or transaction are correct. Remove any filters that may be too restrictive.
  If you are using a variant, check the variant settings to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost centers. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles (Transaction code: SU01).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data. If cost centers have been recently created or modified, ensure that they are properly activated and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Use of Wildcards:
  
  If applicable, try using wildcards in your selection criteria to broaden the search (e.g., using * to represent any character).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific transaction codes or reports to understand the expected input and output.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  Cost Center Hierarchy: Understand the cost center hierarchy and how it may affect the selection of cost centers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  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 identify the cause of the KM318 error and implement a solution to resolve it.