How To Fix ORB002 - Cost element &1 is of category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ORB - Project-Related Incoming Orders/Open Orders

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Cost element &1 is of category &2

What causes this issue?

The cost element you specified has category &V2&. Cost elements of this
category are not permitted for project-related incoming orders.

How to fix this error?

Specify a cost element with the correct category.
The following cost element categories are permitted for project-related
incoming orders:
50: Incoming orders: sales revenues
51: Incoming orders: other revenues
52: Incoming orders: costs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ORB002 - Cost element &1 is of category &2 ?

  The SAP error message ORB002 indicates that there is an issue with a cost element in the system. Specifically, the message states that the cost element you are trying to use is of a certain category that is not compatible with the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  The error message ORB002 typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Cost Element Category: The cost element you are trying to use is not of the appropriate category for the transaction or process you are executing. For example, you might be trying to use a cost element that is designated for internal costs in a context that requires a different type of cost element (e.g., revenue or statistical).
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling (CO) module that restrict the use of certain cost elements based on their categories.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong cost element is selected.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ORB002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Category: Verify the category of the cost element in question. You can do this by navigating to the cost element master data in SAP (Transaction Code: KA03) and checking the details of the cost element.
  
  
  Use the Correct Cost Element: If the cost element is indeed of the wrong category for your transaction, you will need to select a different cost element that is appropriate for the operation you are performing.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe the cost element should be valid for the operation, check the configuration settings in the controlling module. You may need to consult with your SAP CO configuration team to ensure that the cost element categories are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on cost element categories and their appropriate uses.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Element Categories: In SAP, cost elements are classified into different categories such as primary cost elements, secondary cost elements, revenue elements, etc. Each category has specific uses and restrictions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KA01 (Create Cost Element), KA02 (Change Cost Element), and KA03 (Display Cost Element) for managing cost elements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to cost elements and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ORB002 error and implement a suitable solution.