How To Fix KZ642 - No credit exists for secondary debits of &&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 642

• Message text: No credit exists for secondary debits of &&

What causes this issue?

The system has determined that the secondary debit <(>&<)> was not
distributed. There is therefore no credit for it.

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?

Perform actual cost distribution for this cost object hierarchy in the
corresponding period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ642 - No credit exists for secondary debits of && ?

  The SAP error message KZ642 ("No credit exists for secondary debits of &&") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when there are issues related to the allocation of costs or revenues in a particular period. This error indicates that there are secondary debits (costs) that do not have corresponding credits (revenues) available for allocation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Credit Entries: The primary cause of this error is that there are secondary debits recorded in the system that do not have corresponding credit entries. This can happen if the allocation of costs is not properly configured or if there are missing postings.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the allocation structure or the settings in the controlling area may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches in the expected credit and debit entries.
  
  
  Period Closing Issues: If the period has been closed and there are still open items that need to be processed, this can lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to manual entries or errors in the posting process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Missing Credit Entries: Review the postings related to the secondary debits to ensure that there are corresponding credit entries. You can use transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items) to analyze the postings.
  
  
  Review Allocation Structure: Ensure that the allocation structure is correctly configured. Check the settings in the controlling area and make sure that the rules for secondary cost allocations are properly defined.
  
  
  Post Missing Entries: If you identify missing credit entries, you may need to post them manually or adjust the existing entries to ensure that they balance out.
  
  
  Check Period Status: Ensure that the period is open for posting. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or make necessary adjustments in the subsequent period.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Engage with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific configuration and data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1, KOB1, and others related to cost accounting and profitability analysis.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the KZ642 error and implement a solution to resolve it.