How To Fix /SAPPCE/01055 - No revenue-affecting account &2 exists for addl. cost &1 with tax code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/01 -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: No revenue-affecting account &2 exists for addl. cost &1 with tax code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/01055 - No revenue-affecting account &2 exists for addl. cost &1 with tax code &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/01055 indicates that there is no revenue-affecting account configured for the additional cost specified in the message. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost accounting and revenue recognition.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  An additional cost (like freight, handling, etc.) is being processed, but the system cannot find a corresponding revenue-affecting account for that cost.
  The tax code specified in the error message does not have a valid account mapping in the configuration.
  The configuration for the additional cost type is incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for additional costs in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under:
  Controlling -> Product Cost Controlling -> Cost Object Controlling -> Additional Costs -> Define Additional Costs
  
  Ensure that the additional cost type you are using is correctly configured with a revenue-affecting account.
  
  
  
  Account Assignment:
  
  Verify that the account assignment for the additional cost type is set up correctly. You need to ensure that the account specified for the additional cost type is valid and exists in the system.
  Check the account determination settings for the tax code mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the tax code is correctly mapped to the appropriate accounts.
  
  
  
  Tax Code Configuration:
  
  Review the tax code configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly. You can check this in the following path:
  Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Tax on Sales/Purchases -> Basic Settings -> Check Tax Codes for Sales and Purchases
  
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for account determination) and SPRO (for configuration) to access the necessary settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPPCE/01055 error message in your SAP system.