How To Fix KW520 - Overhead group &1 of material &2 in plant &3 contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Overhead group &1 of material &2 in plant &3 contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW520 - Overhead group &1 of material &2 in plant &3 contains errors ?

  The SAP error message KW520 indicates that there is an issue with the overhead group associated with a specific material in a particular plant. This error typically arises during the costing process, particularly when trying to calculate or display costs for a material.
  Cause:
  The error message KW520 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Overhead Group Configuration: The overhead group assigned to the material may not be properly configured or may contain invalid entries.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required data for the overhead group may be missing, such as rates, cost elements, or other relevant parameters.
  Inconsistent Master Data: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data or the cost center data that the overhead group relies on.
  Plant-Specific Settings: The overhead group may not be valid for the specific plant in question, or there may be plant-specific settings that are not correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KW520 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Overhead Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the overhead group in SAP (Transaction code: OKEQ).
  Ensure that the overhead group is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the material in question (Transaction code: MM03).
  Ensure that the overhead group is correctly assigned and that all relevant fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Validate Costing Data:
  
  Use transaction code CK11N or CK40N to check the costing data for the material.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing information related to the overhead group.
  
  
  
  Check Plant-Specific Settings:
  
  Verify that the overhead group is valid for the specific plant (Transaction code: OKEQ).
  Ensure that any plant-specific settings related to costing and overhead are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the KW520 error message.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to re-run the costing process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), OKEQ (Overhead Group), CK11N (Create Cost Estimate), and CK40N (Change Cost Estimate).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the KW520 error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the overhead group and material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) or material management (MM) for further assistance.