How To Fix KOSA014 - First enter the material and plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 014

• Message text: First enter the material and plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA014 - First enter the material and plant ?

  The SAP error message KOSA014 ("First enter the material and plant") typically occurs in the context of cost planning or cost center accounting when you are trying to create or modify a cost estimate or a cost planning entry without specifying the required fields for material and plant.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system requires both the material number and the plant code to be entered before proceeding with the transaction. This is a validation check to ensure that the cost estimate or planning entry is associated with a specific material and its corresponding plant.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KOSA014 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Enter Material and Plant:
  
  Go back to the transaction where the error occurred.
  Ensure that you have entered both the material number and the plant code in the appropriate fields.
  Verify that the material number is valid and exists in the system for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  If you are unsure about the material number or plant, you can check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to confirm that the material exists and is assigned to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Make sure you are in the correct transaction for the task you are trying to perform. Sometimes, users may inadvertently be in the wrong transaction or screen.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material and plant data. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to incomplete data being displayed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are still facing issues, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using. There may be additional requirements or steps needed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), CK40N (Change Cost Estimate), or KP06 (Cost Center Planning) where this error might occur.
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  By ensuring that the required fields are filled out correctly and verifying the associated data, you should be able to resolve the KOSA014 error effectively.