How To Fix KM553 - Controlling area &2 does not contain statistical key figure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Controlling area &2 does not contain statistical key figure &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM553 - Controlling area &2 does not contain statistical key figure &1 ?

  The SAP error message KM553 indicates that a statistical key figure (SKF) is not defined in the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs when you are trying to use a statistical key figure in a transaction or report, but the system cannot find it in the specified controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Statistical Key Figure: The statistical key figure you are trying to use has not been defined in the controlling area.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The controlling area specified in the transaction does not match the one where the statistical key figure is defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the statistical key figures.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Statistical Key Figures:
  
  Go to the SAP menu and navigate to Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Statistical Key Figures.
  Verify if the statistical key figure you are trying to use is defined for the specified controlling area.
  
  
  
  Define the Statistical Key Figure:
  
  If the SKF is missing, you can create it by going to the same path mentioned above and defining the necessary statistical key figure for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct controlling area in your transaction. You can check the controlling area settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings for the controlling area to ensure that it is set up correctly to include the required statistical key figures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the process, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Statistical Key Figures: These are used in cost accounting to allocate costs based on certain metrics (e.g., number of employees, machine hours, etc.). They are essential for accurate cost allocation and reporting.
  Controlling Area: This is an organizational unit in SAP that represents a closed system for cost accounting. It can consist of one or more company codes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KS03 (Display Cost Center) for managing cost centers and their associated statistical key figures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM553 error and ensure that the necessary statistical key figures are available in the specified controlling area.