How To Fix REEXCO106 - Cost element not found for account symbol &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXCO - Messages for CO Integration

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Cost element not found for account symbol &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REEXCO106 - Cost element not found for account symbol &1 ?

  The SAP error message REEXCO106, which states "Cost element not found for account symbol &1," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or controlling when the system is unable to find a cost element associated with a specific account symbol during a transaction or report generation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Element: The primary cause of this error is that the cost element associated with the specified account symbol does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The account symbol may not be correctly configured in the controlling area or may not be assigned to the relevant cost element.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the account symbol that is being referenced.
  Inactive Cost Element: The cost element might exist but is inactive or not available for the current period or transaction type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and check if the cost element exists for the specified account symbol.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using KA01 (Create Cost Element).
  
  
  
  Verify Account Symbol Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the account symbol is correctly assigned to the cost element in the configuration settings. This can be checked in the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the account symbol being used in the transaction or report to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Activate Cost Element:
  
  If the cost element exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it or check its status in the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides for cost elements and account symbols to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KA01: Create Cost Element
  KA02: Change Cost Element
  KA03: Display Cost Element
  KAH1: Create Cost Element Group
  KAH2: Change Cost Element Group
  KAH3: Display Cost Element Group
  
  
  
  Cost Element Types:
  
  Understand the different types of cost elements (primary and secondary) and their roles in cost accounting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to cost elements and account symbols.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the REEXCO106 error in SAP.