How To Fix PB207 - Cost item & does not exist

PB207 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Cost item & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB207 - Cost item & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PB207, which states "Cost item & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or controlling modules when the system cannot find a specified cost item in the relevant master data. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of Error PB207
  
  
  Missing Cost Item: The most common cause is that the cost item you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to data entry errors or because the cost item has not been created yet.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The cost item may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the cost item master data.
  
  
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