How To Fix RECAAP013 - There is no cost collector for settlement unit &2 on date &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECAAP - Application-Related Messages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: There is no cost collector for settlement unit &2 on date &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECAAP013 - There is no cost collector for settlement unit &2 on date &1 ?

  The SAP error message RECAAP013 indicates that there is no cost collector associated with the specified settlement unit on the given date. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting or Project System modules where cost collectors are used to track costs associated with specific projects or assets.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Cost Collector: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a cost collector for the specified settlement unit on the specified date. This could be due to:
  
  The cost collector has not been created or activated.
  The cost collector was deleted or archived.
  The cost collector is not valid for the specified date (e.g., it may have been valid only for a certain period).
  
  
  
  Incorrect Date: The date specified in the error message may not fall within the validity period of the cost collector.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the cost collector from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Collector: Verify if the cost collector exists for the specified settlement unit. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code KSB1 for cost centers or CJI3 for project-related costs) and checking if the cost collector is listed.
  Ensuring that the cost collector is active and valid for the date in question.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Cost Collector: If the cost collector does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  Review Validity Dates: Check the validity dates of the cost collector. If the date in the error message is outside the validity period, you may need to adjust the date or create a new cost collector with the appropriate dates.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the cost collector should exist but is not being recognized, review the configuration settings related to cost collectors and settlement units in your SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing cost collectors and settlement units.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KSB1: Display Cost Centers
  CJI3: Display Actual Costs for Projects
  CJI5: Display Actual Costs for Projects (with additional options)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage cost collectors and settlement units.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RECAAP013 error and implement a solution.