How To Fix KN195 - CO product group is not active for product drilldown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 195

• Message text: CO product group is not active for product drilldown

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.CO_product_group>CO product group</> is not active for product
drilldowns because you have entered another
<DS:GLOS.product_group_type>product group type</> within the report
parameters of Product Cost Controlling.

System Response

The system cannot use the product group entered for product drilldowns.

How to fix this error?

Enter a product group of the product group type that you created in the
report parameters, or enter product group type "CO product group" in
Customizing for the information system for Product Cost Controlling.
see also: <DS:SIMG.SIMG_ORKK_COPCIS_004>Maintain Report Parameters for
Product Cost Controlling</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN195 - CO product group is not active for product drilldown ?

  The SAP error message KN195, which states "CO product group is not active for product drilldown," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with product costing or reporting functionalities. This error indicates that the product group you are trying to analyze or drill down into is not set up or activated for the specific reporting or analysis you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Product Group: The product group you are trying to access is not activated in the system for the specific reporting or analysis.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Controlling module that have not been properly set up for the product group.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the product group may be incomplete or missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the product group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Product Group:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure that the product group is activated for the relevant controlling area or reporting purpose.
  You can check this in the transaction code OKB9 (for product costing) or similar configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data related to the product group is complete and correctly maintained. This includes checking the material master records and ensuring that the product group is assigned correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Controlling module to ensure that the product group is included in the relevant settings for reporting and analysis.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product group. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to activate product groups and ensure they are set up correctly for your reporting needs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKB9, KOB1, KSB1, etc., which are used for controlling and reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling for further assistance.