How To Fix KV605 - Cost center group &/& does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Cost center group &/& does not exist

What causes this issue?

Cost center group &v1& does not exist in controlling area &v2&.

System Response

No processing.

How to fix this error?

Enter an existing cost center group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV605 - Cost center group &/& does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KV605 indicates that a specified cost center group does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that involves a cost center group that has not been defined or has been incorrectly referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Cost Center Group: The cost center group you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Group Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the cost center group you are referencing.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified cost center group.
  Data Deletion: The cost center group may have been deleted or archived in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Cost Center Group:
  
  Check the spelling and ensure that the cost center group name is correct.
  Use transaction code OKB9 (or navigate through the menu) to view existing cost center groups and confirm whether the specified group exists.
  
  
  
  Create Cost Center Group:
  
  If the cost center group does not exist, you can create it using transaction code OKB2 (or through the appropriate menu path).
  Ensure that you fill in all required fields correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center group. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKB2: Create Cost Center Group
  OKB9: Display Cost Center Group
  KSH1: Create Cost Center
  KSH2: Change Cost Center
  KSH3: Display Cost Center
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on cost center accounting and related functionalities.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KV605 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.