How To Fix KZ408 - Cost object controlling in CO area & and fiscal year & not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Cost object controlling in CO area & and fiscal year & not active

What causes this issue?

Cost Object Controlling is not active for controlling area &V1& in
fiscal year &V2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go into Customizing and maintain the controlling area:
Choose the function "Activate components/control indicator".
Activate the indicator <LS>Cost objects</> for controlling area &V1& in
fiscal year &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ408 - Cost object controlling in CO area & and fiscal year & not active ?

  The SAP error message KZ408 indicates that a cost object (such as a cost center, internal order, or project) is not active in the specified controlling area and fiscal year. This typically occurs when you attempt to post costs or perform transactions related to a cost object that has not been activated for the current fiscal year in the Controlling (CO) module.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Cost Object: The cost object you are trying to use is not active for the specified controlling area and fiscal year.
  Fiscal Year Change: The fiscal year may have changed, and the cost object has not been set up or activated for the new fiscal year.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area settings or the cost object settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Cost Object:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code KS01 for cost centers, KO01 for internal orders) and check if the cost object is active for the current fiscal year.
  If it is not active, you may need to create or modify the cost object to ensure it is active for the current fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly assigned to the controlling area and that the cost object is set up for the correct fiscal year.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Fiscal Year Change.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the controlling area and ensure that all necessary settings are in place for the cost object.
  Check if the cost object is linked to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on activating cost objects and managing fiscal year settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01, KS02, KO01, KO02, and OKB9 for managing cost objects and fiscal year settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error KZ408 for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate or modify cost objects in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KZ408 error and ensure that your cost objects are properly configured for the current fiscal year.