How To Fix KOSA128 - No default rule has been defined for order type &1 in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 128

• Message text: No default rule has been defined for order type &1 in plant &2

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to create a
<DS:GLOS.3526B6F2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>product cost collector</>.
This requires that a
<DS:GLOS.3526B633AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>settlement rule</> be
created. A <DS:GLOS.3526B69EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>default rule</> is
needed to create the settlement rule. You specify a default rule in
Customizing for each <DS:GLOS.3526B68CAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>order
type</> and plant.
No default rule has been defined for each order type and plant.

System Response

The system does not allow a product cost collector to be created.

How to fix this error?

Specify the default rule in Customizing for order type &V1& in plant
&V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA128 - No default rule has been defined for order type &1 in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message KOSA128 indicates that there is no default rule defined for a specific order type in a particular plant. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and production planning (PP) when trying to create or process an order.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a default rule for the specified order type in the configuration settings for the plant. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The order type has not been configured properly in the system.
  Incorrect Plant Settings: The plant settings may not have been set up to handle the specific order type.
  Custom Order Types: If a custom order type is being used, it may not have been defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KOSA128 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in SAP.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu.
  Navigate to Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Cost Object Controlling -> Order -> Define Order Types.
  Ensure that the order type in question is defined and has the necessary default rules set up.
  
  
  
  Define Default Rules:
  
  In the same configuration area, check if default rules are defined for the order type in the relevant plant.
  If not, create a new default rule or modify an existing one to include the order type and plant combination.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant settings are correctly configured to support the order type.
  Verify that the plant is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the setup of order types and plants.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the order creation or processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  CO02 for order processing.
  CO01 for order creation.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about the changes, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in CO/PP modules.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KOSA128 error and ensure that the order type is properly configured for the specified plant.