KO183 - No settlement cost elements exist in CO area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 183

• Message text: No settlement cost elements exist in CO area &

What causes this issue?

For order settlement you may only use cost elements of type 21
(internal order settlement) or 22 (external order settlement). Type 21
is for allocation to cost center, type 22 for allocation to G/L
account.

System Response

No cost elements of type 21 or 22 exist in controlling area &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Create cost elements of types 21 and 22 in controlling area &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO183 - No settlement cost elements exist in CO area & ?

  The SAP error message KO183, which states "No settlement cost elements exist in CO area," typically occurs in the context of settlement processes in Controlling (CO) when you attempt to settle costs from a cost object (like an internal order, project, or cost center) but the system cannot find any valid settlement cost elements for the specified controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Settlement Cost Elements: The most common cause is that there are no settlement cost elements defined for the controlling area in question. Settlement cost elements are necessary for the system to know where to post the settled costs.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the cost element or the settlement profile may not be set up correctly. This includes settings in the controlling area or the specific cost object.
  
  
  Cost Element Type: The cost elements that are supposed to be used for settlement may not be of the correct type (e.g., they should be primary or secondary cost elements).
  
  
  Cost Object Status: The cost object (like an internal order) may not be in a status that allows for settlement.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Settlement Cost Elements:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKO6 (or navigate through the menu: Controlling -> Internal Orders -> Settlement -> Define Settlement Cost Elements).
  Ensure that the necessary settlement cost elements are defined for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code KA03 to check the configuration of the cost elements. Ensure that they are set up correctly and are active.
  
  
  
  Review Settlement Profile:
  
  Check the settlement profile assigned to the cost object. You can do this in the configuration settings for the specific cost object type (e.g., internal orders, projects).
  Ensure that the profile includes the correct settlement cost elements.
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Object Status:
  
  Check the status of the cost object you are trying to settle. It should be in a status that allows for settlement (e.g., not closed or completed).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP CO module expert for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKO6: Define Settlement Cost Elements
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  KO02: Change Internal Order (to check the order status)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify cost elements and settlement profiles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KO183 error and successfully perform the settlement process in SAP.