How To Fix RM029 - Product cost collector &1 cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Product cost collector &1 cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM029 - Product cost collector &1 cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message RM029, which states "Product cost collector &1 cannot be determined," typically occurs in the context of product costing and cost collector functionality in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid product cost collector for the specified material or production order.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Collector: The specified product cost collector does not exist or has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for product cost collectors may not be set up correctly in the controlling area or for the specific material.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to the inability to determine the cost collector.
  Costing Variant Issues: The costing variant used may not be appropriate or may not have been defined correctly.
  Period Closing: If the period is closed, it may prevent the system from determining the cost collector.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the cost collector data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Cost Collector Existence: Verify that the product cost collector exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., COKA) and checking for the cost collector.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for product cost collectors is correctly set up in the controlling area. This includes checking the settings in the controlling module (CO).
  Maintain Material Master: Check the material master data for the relevant material. Ensure that all necessary views (especially costing views) are properly maintained.
  Verify Costing Variant: Ensure that the costing variant being used is correctly defined and is appropriate for the product cost collector.
  Check Period Status: If the period is closed, you may need to open it or create a new period for posting.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and work with product cost collectors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as COKA (Product Cost Collector), COSS (Costing Sheet), and COKP (Cost Collector: Display).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on product costing and cost collectors for a deeper understanding of the configuration and processes involved.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RM029 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.