How To Fix KS118 - Cost element & & does not exist on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Cost element & & does not exist on &

What causes this issue?

Cost element &v1& in controlling area &v2& is not available on &v3&.

System Response

Processing for this period is terminated.

How to fix this error?

You can create the cost element using the standard master data
transaction for the period in question.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS118 - Cost element & & does not exist on & ?

  The SAP error message KS118 indicates that a cost element specified in a transaction does not exist in the system for the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post costs to a cost element that has not been defined or activated in the system for the relevant controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Not Created: The cost element you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Cost Element Not Assigned: The cost element exists but is not assigned to the controlling area you are working with.
  Incorrect Cost Element: The cost element may have been incorrectly entered or may not be valid for the transaction you are attempting to perform.
  Inactive Cost Element: The cost element may exist but is inactive or not available for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element) or KA02 (Change Cost Element) to verify if the cost element exists.
  If it does not exist, create it using KA01.
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Element Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the cost element is assigned to the correct controlling area. You can check this in the cost element master data.
  Use transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) to view the details of the cost element and confirm its assignment.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the cost element number you are entering in the transaction to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Review Cost Element Status:
  
  Ensure that the cost element is active and available for the period in which you are trying to post costs. You can check the status in the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to create a new cost element, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA01: Create Cost Element
  KA02: Change Cost Element
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  KAH1: Create Cost Element Group
  KAH2: Change Cost Element Group
  KAH3: Display Cost Element Group
  
  
  
  Cost Element Types:
  
  Cost elements can be classified as primary (directly related to costs incurred) or secondary (used for internal allocations).
  
  
  
  Controlling Area:
  
  Ensure that you are working within the correct controlling area, as cost elements are specific to controlling areas in SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS118 error and successfully post costs to the appropriate cost element.