How To Fix KM371 - Only accounts of cost element category "80" are permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Only accounts of cost element category "80" are permitted

What causes this issue?

The account you entered is not allowed.

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?

Enter only secondary costs with cost element type 80 for accounts for
"Internal revenues".
You can display the secondary costs with cost element type 80 using the
function "Possible entries".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM371 - Only accounts of cost element category "80" are permitted ?

  The SAP error message KM371, which states "Only accounts of cost element category '80' are permitted," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and cost accounting when you are trying to post a transaction that involves cost elements that are not of the correct category.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to post costs to a cost center or internal order using a cost element that is not classified as a primary cost element (category "80"). In SAP, cost elements are categorized into different types, and category "80" specifically refers to primary cost elements that are used to record costs directly in the financial accounting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Cost Element: Verify that the cost element you are trying to use is indeed a primary cost element (category "80"). You can do this by navigating to the cost element master data in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code KA03 to display the cost element.
  Check the category in the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Cost Element: If the cost element is not of category "80", you will need to either:
  
  Change the cost element in your transaction to a valid primary cost element.
  Create a new primary cost element if necessary, using transaction code KA01.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe the cost element should be valid, check the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that the cost element is properly defined and assigned to the correct cost element category.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the cost element categories and their implications, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Cost Element Categories: In SAP, cost elements are categorized into various types, including:
  
  Primary Cost Elements (Category "80"): Used to post costs directly from financial accounting.
  Secondary Cost Elements (Categories "21", "22", etc.): Used for internal allocations and do not have a direct counterpart in financial accounting.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA01: Create Primary Cost Element
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  KA02: Change Cost Element
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address related problems.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM371 error and successfully post your transaction in SAP.