How To Fix KQ464 - Cost comp. str. & has no cost element assignmt for chart of accts &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 464

• Message text: Cost comp. str. & has no cost element assignmt for chart of accts &

What causes this issue?

Chart of accounts &V2& is valid in company code &V3&. The specified
cost component structure &V1& has no cost element assignment that
references chart of accounts &V2&.

System Response

When you perform costing in company code &V3&, the system will not be
able to collect costs in cost components. This is illogical and will be
caught in Customizing.

How to fix this error?

First option:
Choose a cost component structure that has cost element assignments
which reference chart of accounts &V2&.
Second option:
Delete the current data record, add cost element assignments to cost
component structure &V1& that reference chart of accounts &V2&, and
then enter the current data record again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ464 - Cost comp. str. & has no cost element assignmt for chart of accts & ?

  The SAP error message KQ464 indicates that there is an issue with the cost component structure (CCS) in relation to the cost element assignment for a specific chart of accounts. This error typically arises during the configuration of cost accounting or when trying to execute a transaction that involves cost components.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Cost Element Assignment: The error suggests that the cost component structure does not have a cost element assigned for the specified chart of accounts. This can happen if the cost component structure is not properly configured or if the necessary cost elements have not been created or assigned.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The cost component structure may not be correctly linked to the relevant controlling area or chart of accounts, leading to this error when attempting to process costs.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the necessary assignments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Component Structure:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the cost component structure in SAP (Transaction code: OKTZ).
  Verify that the cost component structure is correctly defined and that it is assigned to the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Assign Cost Elements:
  
  Ensure that the cost elements are assigned to the cost component structure. You can do this in the configuration settings for cost elements (Transaction code: KA01 for creating cost elements or KA02 for changing).
  Make sure that the cost elements are valid for the chart of accounts you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Chart of Accounts:
  
  Check the chart of accounts settings to ensure that it is correctly configured and that it includes the necessary cost elements.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the configuration settings to identify any discrepancies or missing assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring cost component structures and cost elements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by executing the transaction that previously generated the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKTZ: Cost Component Structure
  KA01: Create Cost Element
  KA02: Change Cost Element
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost accounting configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.