How To Fix KN051 - Cost component group is not available

KN051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Cost component group is not available

What causes this issue?

Cost component structure &v1& is not available.

How to fix this error?

Go into Customizing. For each application, select (under the menu
option "Report layout") the cost component structure that appears as a
default when you start the report.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN051 - Cost component group is not available ?

  The SAP error message KN051, which states "Cost component group is not available," typically occurs in the context of material master data or when dealing with cost accounting in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified cost component group for a particular material or cost object.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Component Group: The cost component group that is being referenced in the transaction or process does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cost component groups may not be set up correctly in the controlling area or for the specific material.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or cost center.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost component group.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Component Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Go to Controlling >