How To Fix QISR025 - Cost variant &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QISR - Internal Service Requests

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Cost variant &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Costing variant &V1& is not allowed.
In internal service requests where a template was entered, you always
need to enter a costing variant. You need to create this for the
"notification" object first.

How to fix this error?

Enter a cost variant that was created for notifications.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QISR025 - Cost variant &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message QISR025, which states "Cost variant &1 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when you are trying to perform a task that involves cost calculation or cost analysis, and the specified cost variant is not valid for the operation you are attempting.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Variant: The cost variant specified in the transaction is not defined in the system or is not allowed for the specific process or operation you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: The cost variant may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area or company code.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified cost variant.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the cost variant may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Variant: Verify that the cost variant you are using is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  Use transaction code OKKN to check the cost variants.
  
  
  Configuration: Ensure that the cost variant is properly configured and assigned to the relevant controlling area or company code.
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that the cost variant is active and valid.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost variant. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  Master Data Review: Review the master data related to the cost variant to ensure that it is complete and accurate. This includes checking any related cost centers, internal orders, or other relevant master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific cost variant and its usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OKKN: Cost Variants
  KAH1: Create Cost Center
  KAH2: Change Cost Center
  KAH3: Display Cost Center
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.