How To Fix RE_IT009 - Account &1 not allowed to be cost element in controlling area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE_IT - Real Estate Input Tax

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Account &1 not allowed to be cost element in controlling area &2

What causes this issue?

The following two accounts are not permitted to be cost elements:
"Expense for Non-Deductible Input Tax" and "Revenue for Deductible Input
Tax."

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?

Change the account in <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOFDIBBKON>Customizing</> or
delete the cost element.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE_IT009 - Account &1 not allowed to be cost element in controlling area &2 ?

  The SAP error message "RE_IT009 Account &1 not allowed to be cost element in controlling area &2" typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of cost elements in the Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the specified account (cost element) is not permitted to be used in the specified controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Account Configuration: The account in question (account number &1) is not defined as a cost element in the specified controlling area (&2). This can happen if the account is not set up correctly in the system.
  Cost Element Type: The account may not be of the correct type (primary or secondary cost element) required for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Controlling Area Assignment: The account may not be assigned to the controlling area you are working with, or it may be assigned to a different controlling area.
  Account Type Restrictions: The account may be restricted from being used as a cost element due to its configuration in the chart of accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and check the configuration of the account &1.
  Ensure that the account is marked as a cost element and is assigned to the correct controlling area &2.
  
  
  
  Define Cost Element:
  
  If the account is not defined as a cost element, you can create a cost element using transaction code KA01 (Create Primary Cost Element) or KA06 (Create Secondary Cost Element).
  Make sure to select the correct controlling area and account type when creating the cost element.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Verify that the account is assigned to the correct controlling area. You can check this in the account master record or in the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Review Account Type:
  
  Ensure that the account type is appropriate for the type of cost element you are trying to use. For example, primary cost elements are typically used for direct costs, while secondary cost elements are used for internal allocations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on setting up cost elements correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  KA01: Create Primary Cost Element
  KA06: Create Secondary Cost Element
  KA02: Change Primary Cost Element
  KA07: Change Secondary Cost Element
  
  
  
  Cost Element Types:
  
  Primary Cost Elements: Directly linked to G/L accounts and represent costs incurred by the organization.
  Secondary Cost Elements: Used for internal cost allocations and do not have a direct link to G/L accounts.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the account is correctly configured as a cost element in the specified controlling area.