How To Fix KS163 - No dependent data exists for at least one of the cost center types &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 163

• Message text: No dependent data exists for at least one of the cost center types &1.

What causes this issue?

You changed cost center types of the activity type, whereby you removed
at least one of the previously included cost center types used for the
activity type.
The previously included cost center type &v1& is not supported in the
new field contents.
As dependent data exists for at least one of these cost center types,
it should be retained at least in the activity type's time interval.
Removal of the cost center type for time intervals where dependent data
exists can result in planning problems.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS163 - No dependent data exists for at least one of the cost center types &1. ?

  The SAP error message KS163 indicates that there is no dependent data available for at least one of the specified cost center types in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to cost centers, such as planning or reporting, and the system cannot find the necessary data associated with the specified cost center type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The cost center may not have been created or activated properly in the system.
  Incorrect Cost Center Type: The cost center type specified may not have any associated data or may not be relevant for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Deletion: The dependent data for the cost center type may have been deleted or not yet created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or cost center settings that prevent the system from finding the necessary data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KS02 (Change Cost Center) and verify that the cost center exists and is active.
  Ensure that the cost center type is correctly assigned and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Dependent Data:
  
  Check if there are any dependent data records (like cost center planning data) for the specified cost center type. You can use transaction codes like KP06 (Cost Center Planning) to see if data exists.
  If data is missing, you may need to create or upload the necessary planning data.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that the cost center types are correctly defined and that they are set up to allow for the necessary data entries.
  Use transaction code OKKP to review the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to cost center accounting to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the cost center data.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KS01, KS02, KP06, OKKP
  Cost Center Types: Understand the different types of cost centers (e.g., internal order, project, etc.) and their purposes.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on cost center accounting and related error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KS163 error and implement a solution to resolve it.