How To Fix KT124 - Enter a cost element category

KT124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KT - RK Message Table Maintenance

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Enter a cost element category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KT124 - Enter a cost element category ?

  The SAP error message KT124, which states "Enter a cost element category," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a cost element in the SAP system, and the system requires you to specify a cost element category but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are attempting to create a cost element without specifying the required cost element category.
  The cost element category is a mandatory field in the transaction you are using, and it is not filled in.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KT124 error, you should:
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction you are using that is generating the error (e.g., creating a cost element).
  Enter Cost Element Category: When prompted, enter a valid cost element category. The cost element category defines the type of cost element you are creating (e.g., primary cost element, secondary cost element).
  Check Configuration: If you are unsure about which cost element category to use,