How To Fix KSCORE001 - Incorrect reference structure (program error in cost center selection)

KSCORE001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KSCORE - Overhead Cost Controlling: Cross-Application Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Incorrect reference structure (program error in cost center selection)

What causes this issue?

A program-internal error has occurred. Function module
K_COSTCTR_SELECT_SINGLE_CORE has been called up using a return table
that has an incorrect reference structure.
In a CO/FI context, the return table must be categorized with the
CSKS_EX structure. In a CORE context (reduction to the core
functionality, for example, for HR only) you must use the CSKS_CORE
structure.
The program has determined the context &v1&.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP. It is probably necessary to modify the program. There is
also a remote possibility that the heuristic in function module
K_COSTCTR_SELECT_SINGLE_CORE no longer works.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KSCORE001 - Incorrect reference structure (program error in cost center selection) ?

  The SAP error message KSCORE001 indicates that there is an issue with the reference structure used in the cost center selection process. This error typically arises in the context of cost accounting (CO) when the system encounters an inconsistency or an unexpected condition while trying to process cost center data.
  Causes of KSCORE001
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The cost center structure may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area or cost center master data.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to cost centers, such as missing cost center assignments or incorrect hierarchies.
  
  
  Program Errors: There could be a bug or issue in the SAP program that is processing the cost center selection, leading to unexpected behavior.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain cost center data, which can lead to errors.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If changes were