How To Fix RESCHS006 - Cost element &2 of company &1 not assigned to cost group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCHS - Data exchange

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Cost element &2 of company &1 not assigned to cost group

What causes this issue?

Cost elements are entered in the system for settlement company &V1&, but
cost element &V2& is not assigned to a <DS:DE.KSTGRP>cost group</>.
Customizing: <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOFDIFOCT>Define Cost Elements of the
Settlement Company</>

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?

Make the necessary Customizing settings, or set the indicator for
clearing of advance payments to <ZK>No clearing</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCHS006 - Cost element &2 of company &1 not assigned to cost group ?

  The SAP error message RESCHS006 indicates that a specific cost element is not assigned to a cost group in the specified company code. This error typically arises in the context of cost accounting and controlling modules, particularly when dealing with cost planning or cost allocation processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Assignment: The cost element (identified by &2) has not been assigned to any cost group in the specified company code (identified by &1).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area or cost element settings that prevents the assignment.
  Data Entry Errors: There might be a mistake in the data entry or selection of the cost element or company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RESCHS006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 (or navigate through the menu: Controlling -> Cost Element Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Element -> Assign Cost Elements to Cost Groups).
  Verify if the cost element &2 is assigned to a cost group for company code &1. If it is not, you will need to assign it.
  
  
  
  Assign Cost Element to Cost Group:
  
  If the cost element is not assigned, you can create a new assignment by selecting the appropriate cost group and adding the cost element.
  Ensure that the cost group is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the cost element is set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on cost element and cost group assignments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Elements: These are used to categorize costs in the financial accounting and controlling modules. They can be primary (directly related to costs) or secondary (used for internal allocations).
  Cost Groups: These are used to group similar cost elements for reporting and analysis purposes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKB9 (Assign Cost Elements to Cost Groups), KA01 (Create Cost Element), and KA02 (Change Cost Element) for managing cost elements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.