How To Fix KS181 - Cost center &1 has already been selected for creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Cost center &1 has already been selected for creation

What causes this issue?

Cost center &v1& has been been found again in the entry list.
This cost center has already been marked for creation, but can only be
created via a BAPI callup for a single time interval, and may not
already exist on the database.

System Response

The system deactivates the current entry in the list of cost centers to
be added. Only the initial entry for the cost center is retained as
active.

How to fix this error?

If you want to create additional time intervals for the cost center,
you should use the standard transactions for cost centers.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS181 - Cost center &1 has already been selected for creation ?

  The SAP error message KS181 indicates that a cost center you are trying to create already exists in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create a new cost center with an identifier (cost center number) that is already in use.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Cost Center: The most common cause is that the cost center number you are trying to create is already assigned to an existing cost center.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error in the cost center number you are entering, leading to confusion with an existing cost center.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not properly handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Cost Centers: 
  
  Use transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) to check if the cost center number you are trying to create already exists.
  If it does exist, you may need to use that existing cost center instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Cost Center Number: 
  
  If you need to create a new cost center, choose a different identifier that is not already in use.
  
  
  
  Review Input Data: 
  
  Double-check the cost center number you are entering for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the cost center's existence or need to create a new one, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure proper procedures are followed.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: 
  
  If this error arises from data migration, you may need to perform a cleanup of the existing cost centers to remove duplicates or resolve conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  KSH2: Change Cost Center Hierarchy
  KSH3: Display Cost Center Hierarchy
  
  
  
  Cost Center Master Data: Understanding the structure and purpose of cost centers in SAP is crucial for effective financial management and reporting.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for more detailed information on cost center management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS181 error and proceed with your cost center management tasks in SAP.