How To Fix KS102 - No cost elements exist for the selection criteria entered

KS102 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 102

• Message text: No cost elements exist for the selection criteria entered

What causes this issue?

No cost elements could be found for the selection criteria you have
entered.

How to fix this error?

If required, adjust the criteria by which you are searching for cost
elements.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS102 - No cost elements exist for the selection criteria entered ?

  The SAP error message KS102 ("No cost elements exist for the selection criteria entered") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires cost elements, but the system cannot find any cost elements that match the criteria you have specified. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with cost center accounting, internal orders, or profitability analysis.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you entered may not match any existing cost elements. This could be due to incorrect fiscal periods, company codes, or other parameters.
  Missing Cost Elements: There may be no cost elements defined in the system for the specified criteria. This could happen if cost elements have not been created or if they have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain cost elements, leading to the appearance that none exist.
  Data Not Activated: In some cases, the relevant