How To Fix KZ044 - No overhead keys exist for costing sheet &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 044

• Message text: No overhead keys exist for costing sheet &

What causes this issue?

No overhead key was found for costing sheet &v1&.

How to fix this error?

Check costing sheet &v1&.
To calculate overhead surcharges with reference to an overhead key, you
must enter other percentage or quantity-based surcharges in this
costing sheet.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ044 - No overhead keys exist for costing sheet & ?

  The SAP error message KZ044, which states "No overhead keys exist for costing sheet &," typically occurs in the context of product costing and is related to the configuration of overhead costs in the costing sheet. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Overhead Keys: The error indicates that there are no overhead keys defined for the specified costing sheet. Overhead keys are essential for calculating overhead costs in product costing.
  Costing Sheet Configuration: The costing sheet may not be properly configured to include the necessary overhead keys.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or other related master data may not be set up correctly to reference the appropriate costing sheet.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Overhead Keys:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKTZ (Define Overhead Keys) in SAP.
  Verify if the overhead keys are defined for the costing sheet in question. If not, you will need to create or assign the appropriate overhead keys.
  
  
  
  Configure Costing Sheet:
  
  Use transaction code OKKN (Define Costing Sheets) to check the configuration of the costing sheet.
  Ensure that the costing sheet is correctly set up to include the necessary overhead keys.
  
  
  
  Assign Overhead Keys to Costing Sheet:
  
  If overhead keys are missing, you can create new overhead keys or assign existing ones to the costing sheet.
  Make sure that the overhead keys are linked to the correct cost elements and that they are valid for the relevant controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data.
  Ensure that the costing view of the material master is correctly set up to reference the appropriate costing sheet.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test by running the costing process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Costing Sheet: A costing sheet in SAP is used to define how overhead costs are calculated and applied to products. It includes overhead keys, percentages, and other parameters.
  Overhead Key: An overhead key is a specific identifier that determines how overhead costs are allocated to cost objects. It is essential for accurate product costing.
  Costing Variants: Ensure that the costing variant being used is compatible with the costing sheet and overhead keys.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.