How To Fix KM684 - You must specify either an account or a statistical key figure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 684

• Message text: You must specify either an account or a statistical key figure

What causes this issue?

You have specified neither an account or account group, nor a
statistical key figure or key figure group. However, you are required
to enter one of these.

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 either an account or account group, or a statistical key figure
or key figure group.
Note that you can only specify one of these characteristics (account or
statistical key figure).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM684 - You must specify either an account or a statistical key figure ?

  The SAP error message KM684 ("You must specify either an account or a statistical key figure") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or cost center accounting when you are trying to post a transaction or create a record that requires either a cost account or a statistical key figure, but neither has been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account or Statistical Key Figure: The most common cause of this error is that the transaction you are trying to execute requires either a cost account (e.g., a GL account) or a statistical key figure, but neither has been specified in the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area or the cost center settings that does not allow for the proper assignment of accounts or key figures.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required fields in the transaction screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered