How To Fix KS064 - Cost element & & does not exist in aggregate period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Cost element & & does not exist in aggregate period

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.allocation_cost_element>Allocation cost element</> &V2& is not
defined in controlling area &V1& for the entire interval for which the
cost element charges the activity.

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?

Make the cost element &V1& &v2& valid for the whole interval, or use
another allocation cost element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS064 - Cost element & & does not exist in aggregate period ?

  The SAP error message KS064 indicates that a specific cost element does not exist in the aggregate period you are trying to access. This error typically arises in the context of cost accounting and can occur during various processes, such as when trying to post costs or generate reports.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Not Defined: The cost element you are trying to use has not been defined for the specified period in the controlling area.
  Period Not Open: The period you are trying to access may not be open for posting. In SAP, periods must be opened for transactions to be recorded.
  Incorrect Cost Element: The cost element may have been incorrectly entered or may not exist in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries for the cost element in the aggregate tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and verify that the cost element exists and is correctly configured for the relevant controlling area.
  Ensure that the cost element is set up for the correct account type (primary or secondary).
  
  
  
  Open the Period:
  
  Check if the period you are trying to post to is open. You can do this by navigating to Transaction Code OB52 (Maintain Periods) and ensuring that the period is open for the relevant company code and controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Periods:
  
  Ensure that the posting periods for the cost element are correctly defined in the configuration settings. This can be checked in the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  If data migration has occurred, ensure that all necessary data has been migrated correctly. You may need to run consistency checks or data validation processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the cost element.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  OB52: Maintain Periods
  KSB1: Report: Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on cost element configuration and period management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KS064 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.