How To Fix KOSA141 - No product cost collector was changed. See log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KOSA - Product Cost Collector

• Message number: 141

• Message text: No product cost collector was changed. See log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KOSA141 - No product cost collector was changed. See log ?

  The SAP error message KOSA141, which states "No product cost collector was changed. See log," typically occurs in the context of product costing and cost object controlling. This error indicates that the system did not find any changes to the product cost collector during a specific operation, such as a cost estimate or a settlement process.
  Causes:
  
  No Changes Made: The most straightforward cause is that there were no actual changes made to the product cost collector that would warrant an update.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to identify the product cost collectors may not match any existing records, leading to no changes being detected.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the product cost collector.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the system from recognizing changes.
  Data Locking: If another process is locking the product cost collector, it may prevent changes from being applied.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the detailed logs associated with the error message to identify any specific issues or warnings that may provide more context.
  Verify Changes: Ensure that the intended changes to the product cost collector have been made. If no changes were intended, this message can be ignored.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If applicable, modify the selection criteria to ensure that the correct product cost collectors are being targeted.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the product cost collector.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the controlling settings are correctly set up.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the product cost collector that may be preventing changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  KKS1: Settle Product Cost Collector
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on product costing and cost object controlling for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.