How To Fix /SAPPCE/01059 - Wrong IMG activity to define additional cost category for company code &1

/SAPPCE/01059 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/01 -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Wrong IMG activity to define additional cost category for company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/01059 - Wrong IMG activity to define additional cost category for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/01059 Wrong IMG activity to define additional cost category for company code &1 typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of cost categories in the SAP system, particularly in the context of controlling (CO) or profit center accounting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration Path: The error suggests that the IMG (Implementation Guide) activity you are trying to access or execute is not the correct one for defining additional cost categories for the specified company code.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required IMG activity.
  System Version or Patch Level: The error may arise if the system is not updated to the required version or patch level that supports the desired configuration.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code specified in the error message may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Configuration Path: Ensure that you are following