How To Fix KN009 - No suitable & exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No suitable & exist

What causes this issue?

None of the cost element groups or cost component groups permissible
for the information system of the current application exist in your
system.
The permissible cost element groups and cost component groups are
defined in Customizing in the cost element group list or the cost
component group list.
In your case, this list either is empty or contains only cost element
groups for controlling areas other than the current controlling area.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Maintain the cost element group list or the cost component group list
for your application.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN009 - No suitable & exist ?

  The SAP error message KN009 ("No suitable & exist") typically occurs in the context of customer master data or vendor master data when the system is unable to find a suitable record that matches the criteria specified in the transaction or report you are trying to execute. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to create, change, or display customer/vendor records.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the customer or vendor master data does not exist in the system for the specified criteria (e.g., company code, sales area).
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no records being found.
  Data Deletion: The relevant master data might have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the customer/vendor data.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the customer or vendor master data exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., XD03 for customers or MK03 for vendors) and checking if the record is available.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are correct and not overly restrictive. Adjust the parameters to broaden the search if necessary.
  Check for Deletion Flags: If the data exists but is not being displayed, check if the record has been marked for deletion. You can do this by reviewing the status of the customer/vendor record.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the customer/vendor data. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  Data Synchronization: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like CRM or third-party applications), check for any synchronization issues that may have led to missing data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XD01, XD02, XD03 for customer master data and MK01, MK02, MK03 for vendor master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify where the error is being triggered.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to customer/vendor master data management for additional insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.