How To Fix KSCORE220 - No cost center exists in area &1 / &2 from &3 to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No cost center exists in area &1 / &2 from &3 to &4

What causes this issue?

No cost centers exist in area &v1& to &v2& from &v3& to &v4&

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Create your cost centers or correct your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KSCORE220 - No cost center exists in area &1 / &2 from &3 to &4 ?

  The SAP error message KSCORE220 indicates that there is no cost center defined in the specified controlling area and time period. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction or perform an operation that requires a valid cost center, but the system cannot find one that matches the criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The cost center you are trying to use does not exist in the specified controlling area.
  Time Period Issue: The cost center may exist, but it is not valid for the specified time period (from &3 to &4).
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The controlling area specified may not be the one where the cost center is defined.
  Master Data Not Created: The cost center master data may not have been created or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and check if the cost center exists in the specified controlling area.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using KS01 (Create Cost Center).
  
  
  
  Verify Time Period:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is valid for the time period you are trying to use. You can check the validity period in the cost center master data.
  If the cost center is not valid for the specified period, you may need to adjust the validity dates or use a different cost center.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area:
  
  Confirm that you are using the correct controlling area. You can check this in the configuration settings or in the cost center master data.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Cost Center:
  
  If the cost center does not exist, create it using KS01.
  If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need assistance, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for maintaining the controlling area and cost center master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KSB1: Report: Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  
  
  Controlling Area Configuration: Ensure that the controlling area is properly configured and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify cost centers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KSCORE220 error and ensure that the cost center is correctly set up for your transactions.