How To Fix KQ477 - Alphanumerical indicators for costing relevancy reserved for SAP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 477

• Message text: Alphanumerical indicators for costing relevancy reserved for SAP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ477 - Alphanumerical indicators for costing relevancy reserved for SAP ?

  The SAP error message KQ477 indicates that there is an issue with the alphanumerical indicators for costing relevancy in the system. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a costing relevancy indicator that is not defined or is reserved for SAP use.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Indicator: The indicator you are trying to use may not be valid or is reserved for SAP's internal use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the costing settings or in the master data where the indicator is being applied.
  Data Entry Error: A typo or incorrect entry in the relevant fields could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Indicator Validity: Verify that the alphanumerical indicator you are trying to use is valid and not reserved for SAP. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant SAP module (e.g., Controlling (CO)).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for costing in SAP and ensure that the indicators are correctly defined. You can access this through the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Cost Element Accounting ? Master Data ? Define Costing Relevancy Indicators.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Indicators: If you are using a custom indicator, consider switching to a standard one provided by SAP, if applicable.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on valid indicators and their usage.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect that the issue may be related to a bug or a deeper configuration problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKB9 (for defining cost element categories) or OKB2 (for maintaining cost element master data) to check or modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KQ477 error and implement a solution to resolve it.