How To Fix KW654 - Select a cost center first.

KW654 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Select a cost center first.

What causes this issue?

You executed the function "Assign" without indicating the cost
center(s)to be assigned.

System Response

None

How to fix this error?

Select one or more cost centers.
Place the cursor on a splitting layout or in the section of nonassigned
cost centers.
Execute the function "Assign" to assign the selected cost centers to
thenew splitting layout, or to revoke the assignment.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW654 - Select a cost center first. ?

  The SAP error message KW654 ("Select a cost center first.") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or when working with internal orders, cost centers, or similar financial transactions in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a cost center to be specified before proceeding with the transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected or entered a cost center in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the cost center or the related master data.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the cost center field or entered an invalid value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Cost Center: Ensure that you select a valid cost center from the dropdown list or enter it manually in the appropriate field before proceeding with the transaction.
  Check Master Data: Verify that the cost center you are trying to use is active