How To Fix U2036 - Cost element group &1 contains no elements

U2036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U2 - Treasury - Funds Management

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Cost element group &1 contains no elements

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U2036 - Cost element group &1 contains no elements ?

  The SAP error message U2036, which states "Cost element group &1 contains no elements," typically occurs when you are trying to access or use a cost element group that has not been defined or populated with any cost elements. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during cost planning, reporting, or when trying to execute certain transactions that require a valid cost element group.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty Cost Element Group: The specified cost element group does not contain any cost elements. This could be due to the group being newly created and not yet populated or due to an error in configuration.
  Incorrect Group Reference: The cost element group referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Deletion: Cost elements may have been deleted from the group, leaving it empty.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the cost elements in the group.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Group Configuration:
  
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