How To Fix KM663 - No valid master data for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 663

• Message text: No valid master data for &1

What causes this issue?

No valid master data exists for characteristic &V1& in the period being
planned.

How to fix this error?

Create valid master data for the entire period being planned, or select
another period for planning.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM663 - No valid master data for &1 ?

  The SAP error message KM663 ("No valid master data for &1") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when the system cannot find the necessary master data for a specific object, such as a cost center, profit center, or internal order. The placeholder "&1" in the error message usually represents the specific object type or identifier that is missing valid master data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the required master data (e.g., cost center, profit center, internal order) has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Data Deactivation: The master data might exist but could be inactive or deactivated for the period in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or other related settings that prevent the system from recognizing the master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the master data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between master data and transactional data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the required master data exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., transaction code KS01 for cost centers, KP26 for activity types, etc.) and checking if the data is present and active.
  Activate Master Data: If the master data exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it for the relevant period.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing settings in the SPRO transaction.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies between master data and transactional data. This may involve using specific SAP reports or tools designed for data validation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for KM663 in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KM663 error and implement the appropriate solution.