How To Fix KT217 - & is not a primary cost element

KT217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KT - RK Message Table Maintenance

• Message number: 217

• Message text: & is not a primary cost element

What causes this issue?

Cost element &V1& is not a primary cost element.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries, or enter a primary cost element.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KT217 - & is not a primary cost element ?

  The SAP error message KT217 indicates that a cost element is not defined as a primary cost element in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to post costs to a cost center or internal order using a cost element that is not set up correctly in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Configuration: The cost element you are trying to use is not defined as a primary cost element in the SAP system. Primary cost elements are used to post costs directly to cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account you are trying to use may not be linked to the appropriate cost element category.
  Master Data Issues: The cost element may not have been created or activated properly in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and enter the cost element number.
  Verify that the cost element is defined as