How To Fix KSCORE222 - No activity type 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: 222

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

What causes this issue?

No activity types exist in area &v1& to &v2& from &v3& to &v4&

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Create your activity types or correct your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KSCORE222 - No activity type exists in area &1 / &2 from &3 to &4 ?

  The SAP error message KSCORE222 indicates that there is no activity type defined in the specified controlling area and period. This error typically arises in the context of cost accounting when trying to perform operations related to activity types, such as planning, posting, or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Activity Type: The specified activity type does not exist in the controlling area for the given time period.
  Incorrect Configuration: The activity type may not have been configured properly in the system.
  Period Restrictions: The activity type might be valid in a different period than the one specified in the error message.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code KP26 (Activity Type Planning) or KP06 (Cost Center Planning) to verify if the activity type exists in the specified controlling area.
  Ensure that the activity type is correctly defined and active for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Define Activity Type:
  
  If the activity type does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code OAYD (Define Activity Types) or KSV1 (Create Activity Type).
  Ensure that the activity type is assigned to the correct cost center and controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Verify that the activity type is valid for the period you are trying to use it. You can check the validity dates in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Double-check the data entry in the transaction that caused the error. Ensure that the controlling area, activity type, and period are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on activity types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KP26: Activity Type Planning
  KP06: Cost Center Planning
  OAYD: Define Activity Types
  KSV1: Create Activity Type
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify activity types in the specified controlling area.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KSCORE222 error and ensure that the necessary activity types are available for your cost accounting processes.