How To Fix UASE017 - Cost Component Split element ID & is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UASE -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Cost Component Split element ID & is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UASE017 - Cost Component Split element ID & is unknown ?

  The SAP error message UASE017 indicates that there is an issue with the Cost Component Split (CCS) in the context of controlling or cost accounting. Specifically, it means that the system has encountered an unknown element ID in the cost component split configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The cost component split element ID referenced in the error message is not defined in the system. This could happen if the configuration for cost component splits has not been set up correctly.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the cost object (like a cost center, internal order, or project) may reference a cost component that does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it’s possible that the transport did not include all necessary elements or that the target system is missing some configurations.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of cost component splits, the system might be trying to access a version that is not active or does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Cost Component Split in SAP (Transaction code: OKTZ or SPRO).
  Verify that the cost component split element ID mentioned in the error message is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant cost object to ensure that it references valid cost components.
  Ensure that all necessary cost components are defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Activate Versions:
  
  If there are multiple versions of cost component splits, ensure that the correct version is active and being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to cost component splits for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKTZ: Cost Component Split configuration.
  KSS1: Create Cost Center.
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Master Data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to cost component splits. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring in the program logic.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UASE017 error in your SAP system.