How To Fix KS199 - Cost element &1 in chart of accounts &2 already selected for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Cost element &1 in chart of accounts &2 already selected for deletion

What causes this issue?

Cost element &v1& has been been found more than once in the entry list.
This cost element is already marked for deletion in chart of accounts
&v2&, but can only be changed for a single time interval using a BAPI
call.

System Response

The current entry in the list of cost elements is ignored.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete more time intervals for the cost element, you can
do this in <DS:TRAN.KA04>Master Data Maintenance</> of the cost
elements.

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 KS199 - Cost element &1 in chart of accounts &2 already selected for deletion ?

  The SAP error message KS199 indicates that a cost element (identified by &1) in a specific chart of accounts (identified by &2) has been marked for deletion. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation on a cost element that is no longer active or is in the process of being deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Marked for Deletion: The cost element has been flagged for deletion in the system. This means that it is no longer intended to be used for posting transactions.
  Data Integrity: The system prevents operations on cost elements that are marked for deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Deletion Flag:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS02 (Change Cost Element).
  Enter the cost element number and the chart of accounts.
  Check if the "Deletion Flag" is set. If it is, you can remove the deletion flag if you still need the cost element.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you determine that the cost element should not be deleted, you can uncheck the deletion flag and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Create a New Cost Element:
  
  If the cost element is indeed no longer needed, consider creating a new cost element for future use instead of trying to reactivate the deleted one.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing the deletion flag or creating a new cost element, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Element
  KS02: Change Cost Element
  KS03: Display Cost Element
  
  
  Cost Element Types: Understand the different types of cost elements (primary and secondary) and their roles in financial accounting and controlling.
  Impact on Reporting: Be aware that deleting or reactivating cost elements can impact financial reports and analyses, so it’s important to handle these changes carefully.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS199 error and manage your cost elements effectively in SAP.