KO179 - Enter costing sheet first or choose ENTER

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Enter costing sheet first or choose ENTER

What causes this issue?

The system must know the costing sheet to be able to find the valid
overhead keys. If you just enter the costing sheet and then press F4
on the overhead-key field (without having pressed Enter first), it
cannot determine the valid overhead keys.

How to fix this error?

The correct sequence is as follows:
RESET N1
Enter the costing sheet
Choose Enter
Place the cursor on the overhead key field
Choose F4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO179 - Enter costing sheet first or choose ENTER ?

  The SAP error message KO179, which states "Enter costing sheet first or choose ENTER," typically occurs in the context of cost planning or cost object controlling in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a costing sheet to be specified before proceeding with the transaction or operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Costing Sheet: The most common cause of this error is that the costing sheet has not been entered in the relevant field. The costing sheet is essential for determining how costs are calculated and allocated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the costing sheet in the system, or the costing sheet may not be assigned to the relevant cost object or controlling area.
  Transaction Context: The error may also arise if the transaction context does not support the operation you are trying to perform without a costing sheet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Costing Sheet: 
  
  Navigate to the transaction where the error occurred.
  Look for the field labeled "Costing Sheet" and enter the appropriate costing sheet code.
  If you are unsure which costing sheet to use, consult with your finance or controlling team to identify the correct one.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the costing sheet is properly configured in the system. This can be done by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code OKTZ for costing sheets).
  Verify that the costing sheet is assigned to the relevant cost object or controlling area.
  
  
  
  Use ENTER Key: 
  
  If you have already entered the costing sheet but still receive the error, try pressing the ENTER key to refresh the screen. Sometimes, the system needs a refresh to recognize the input.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to cost planning and costing sheets for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Sheets: Costing sheets in SAP are used to define how costs are calculated for various cost elements. They include rules for overhead calculation, cost allocation, and other cost-related parameters.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKTZ: Maintain Costing Sheets
  CK11N: Create Material Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on costing sheets and related processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KO179 error and proceed with your cost planning activities in SAP.