How To Fix KP263 - Cost center & has no object number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 263

• Message text: Cost center & has no object number

What causes this issue?

The master data record of cost center &V1& is incorrect. The internal
field "Object number" is not filled.

System Response

There is a serious error in the master data record table. Cost center
&V1& will be ignored in activity price calculation.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP263 - Cost center & has no object number ?

  The SAP error message KP263 ("Cost center & has no object number") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform an operation related to cost centers, such as posting costs or executing reports. This error indicates that the specified cost center does not have a valid object number associated with it in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Not Created: The cost center you are trying to use may not have been created in the system.
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center might exist but is inactive or has been marked for deletion.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the cost center may not have been maintained properly.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that prevent the cost center from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and check if the cost center exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center).
  
  
  
  Check Status:
  
  If the cost center exists, check its status to ensure it is active. You can do this in the same transaction (KS03).
  If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new active cost center.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data for the cost center is correctly maintained, including the controlling area and any relevant attributes.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP CO module configuration team to ensure that the cost center is properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the cost center in question.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and related troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSB1: Report for Cost Centers
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and permissions are correctly set up to allow access to the cost center functionalities.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling.