How To Fix RESCBC059 - Cost account &1: no cost element for debiting master SU

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCBC - Errors During Posting of Settlement

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Cost account &1: no cost element for debiting master SU

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCBC059 - Cost account &1: no cost element for debiting master SU ?

  The SAP error message RESCBC059 indicates that there is no cost element defined for debiting the master stock unit (SU) in the context of a cost account. This error typically arises in the SAP system when trying to post costs related to a stock unit, but the system cannot find a corresponding cost element to debit.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Element: The primary cause of this error is that the cost element required for the transaction is not defined in the system for the specified cost account.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the controlling area or the cost accounting settings that prevent the system from identifying the correct cost element.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the material or the stock unit may not be properly set up, leading to the absence of a cost element.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the cost account settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KA03 (Display Cost Element) and check if the cost element for the specified cost account exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code KA01 (Create Cost Element).
  
  
  
  Review Cost Account Settings:
  
  Ensure that the cost account is correctly configured in the controlling area. You can check this in the configuration settings under Controlling > Cost Element Accounting > Master Data > Cost Elements.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the stock unit in transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly, especially in the accounting view.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is appropriate for the cost account and that it is set up to allow postings to that account.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your particular implementation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KA01 (Create Cost Element), KA03 (Display Cost Element), MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RESCBC059 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.