How To Fix KQ336 - Cost comp. group & used in cost comp. &. Deletion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Cost comp. group & used in cost comp. &. Deletion not possible

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to delete cost component group &V1&. Cost component
group &V1& is used in cost component &V2& of cost component structure
&V3& and therefore cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete cost component group &V1&, you must reset the
"Cost component group" field of cost component &V2& in cost component
structure &V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ336 - Cost comp. group & used in cost comp. &. Deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message KQ336 indicates that a cost component group is being used in a cost component and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with cost component structures in cost accounting.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a cost component group that is still in use. This could happen if:
  
  The cost component group is assigned to a cost component structure.
  It is being referenced in various cost planning or reporting scenarios.
  There are existing transactions or master data that depend on this cost component group.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Use transaction codes like KSS1 (Cost Component Structure) or KSS2 (Cost Component Structure: Change) to check where the cost component group is being used.
  Review any cost planning, cost object controlling, or other related areas to identify dependencies.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the cost component group is part of a cost component structure, you will need to remove it from that structure before you can delete it.
  Ensure that there are no active cost planning scenarios or reports that reference the cost component group.
  
  
  
  Delete the Cost Component Group:
  
  Once you have removed all dependencies, you can proceed to delete the cost component group using transaction OKTZ (Cost Component Group: Delete).
  
  
  
  Check for Other References:
  
  Ensure that there are no other references in the system, such as in cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a cost component group, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSS1, KSS2, OKTZ, and others related to cost accounting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to cost component groups.
  User Roles: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost component groups and structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ336 error and successfully manage your cost component groups in SAP.