How To Fix RE132 - Cost element & is not a primary cost element

RE132 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Cost element & is not a primary cost element

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <GL:cost_element>cost element</> which is not
assigned to cost element 01 (primary cost element).

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?

Enter a primary cost element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE132 - Cost element & is not a primary cost element ?

  The SAP error message RE132 indicates that the cost element you are trying to use is not a primary cost element. This typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and financial transactions where a primary cost element is required for posting costs.
  
  Cause:
  
  Cost Element Type: In SAP, cost elements are classified into two main types: primary and secondary. Primary cost elements are used to post costs directly to financial accounting and are linked to accounts in the general ledger. Secondary cost elements, on the other hand, are used for internal cost allocations and do not have a direct link to the general ledger.
  Incorrect Cost Element: The cost element you are trying to use may be defined as a secondary cost element in the system, which is why the error is triggered when you attempt to use it in a context that requires a primary cost element.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
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