How To Fix KS265 - Cost center &1 is not used between &2 and &3

KS265 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Cost center &1 is not used between &2 and &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS265 - Cost center &1 is not used between &2 and &3 ?

  The SAP error message KS265 indicates that a specified cost center (represented by &1) is not used in the specified period (between &2 and &3). This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a transaction or report that involves a cost center that has not been active or has not been assigned to any relevant cost objects during the specified time frame.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center may not have been activated for the specified period.
  No Assignments: The cost center might not have any cost elements or cost objects assigned to it during the specified period.
  Period Restrictions: The fiscal period you are trying to access may not include the cost center due to configuration settings or the cost center's status.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the cost center code or the date range entered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status: Verify if the cost center is active for