How To Fix KQ402 - Select only one of the cost element controls

KQ402 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Select only one of the cost element controls

What causes this issue?

You set more than one cost element indicator.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Delete one of your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ402 - Select only one of the cost element controls ?

  The SAP error message KQ402, which states "Select only one of the cost element controls," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with cost element settings or configurations. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple selections or conflicting settings related to cost element controls, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Multiple Selections: The user has selected more than one option for cost element controls in a configuration screen or transaction.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be conflicting settings in the configuration that do not allow for multiple cost element controls to be active simultaneously.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of cost elements may not be set up correctly, leading to ambiguity in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KQ402 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Selections: Go back to the screen where the error occurred and ensure that you have selected