How To Fix KP574 - Transaction & cannot be planned using a cost element of category &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 574

• Message text: Transaction & cannot be planned using a cost element of category &

What causes this issue?

Planning (transaction &v1&) attempted to plan cost center &v3& with
cost element &v4&, although this cost element has the wrong category.

System Response

The plan data interface does not post the record.

How to fix this error?

The cost element has category &v2&. Use category 41 for surcharges
(transaction RKPZ) or category 21 for order settlement (transactions
RKP8, RKP9, RKPW, and RKPX).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP574 - Transaction & cannot be planned using a cost element of category & ?

  The SAP error message KP574 indicates that a specific transaction cannot be planned using a cost element of a certain category. This error typically arises in the context of cost planning in SAP Controlling (CO) when there is a mismatch between the transaction type and the cost element category.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Category: The cost element being used is not compatible with the type of planning transaction you are trying to execute. For example, certain cost elements are designated for specific types of costs (e.g., primary costs, secondary costs) and cannot be used interchangeably.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are trying to use may not be allowed for the cost element category in question. Each transaction type in SAP CO has specific rules regarding which cost elements can be used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area that restrict the use of certain cost elements for specific planning transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Element Category: Verify the category of the cost element you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the cost element master data in SAP and checking its attributes.
  Review Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the cost element category. You may need to consult the SAP documentation or your internal SAP configuration team to understand the allowed combinations.
  Adjust Planning Settings: If necessary, adjust the planning settings in the controlling area to allow the use of the cost element for the desired transaction type. This may involve changing configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Use Alternative Cost Elements: If the cost element you are trying to use is not suitable, consider using a different cost element that is compatible with the transaction type you are working with.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it helpful to use transaction codes such as KA03 (Display Cost Element) to view cost element details or KP06 (Cost Center Planning) to review planning transactions.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on cost element categories and planning transactions.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KP574 error and implement a suitable solution.