How To Fix KW558 - Cost center/activity type &1 &2 not allocated through template in plan.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Cost center/activity type &1 &2 not allocated through template in plan.

What causes this issue?

Activity type &V2& is allocated in plan by cost center &V1& to the
receiver object &V2&, not via the template. This is attached to &V4& as
documentation.

System Response

The R/3 System sets the quantity for all periods to zero.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW558 - Cost center/activity type &1 &2 not allocated through template in plan. ?

  The SAP error message KW558 indicates that a specific cost center and activity type combination is not allocated through the planning template in the planning process. This typically occurs in the context of planning in SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a planning transaction, such as planning costs or activities, and the system cannot find the necessary allocation for the specified cost center and activity type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Allocation: The most common cause is that the cost center and activity type combination has not been defined in the planning template or is not included in the planning layout.
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not have the necessary allocations set up.
  Template Configuration: The planning template may not be configured correctly to include the required cost center and activity type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as using the wrong cost center or activity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Template:
  
  Go to the planning template configuration and ensure that the cost center and activity type combination is included.
  If it is missing, you may need to add it to the template.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct planning version that contains the necessary allocations.
  You can check this in the planning transaction (e.g., KP06, KP07) by selecting the appropriate version.
  
  
  
  Update Allocation:
  
  If the allocation is missing, you may need to create or update the allocation for the cost center and activity type in the planning layout.
  This can be done through the transaction code KP26 (for activity type planning) or KP06 (for cost center planning).
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about how to modify the planning template or allocations, consult with your SAP CO configuration team or a functional consultant who can assist in making the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering to ensure that you are using the correct cost center and activity type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP07 (Activity Type Planning), and KP26 (Activity Type Planning).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning templates and allocations in SAP CO.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify planning templates and allocations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KW558 error and successfully allocate costs in your planning process.