How To Fix USMD_FIN_S4MIG013 - COA &2: Account group &1 for sec. cost elements must be defined (T077s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_FIN_S4MIG -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: COA &2: Account group &1 for sec. cost elements must be defined (T077s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_FIN_S4MIG013 - COA &2: Account group &1 for sec. cost elements must be defined (T077s) ?

  The SAP error message USMD_FIN_S4MIG013 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of secondary cost elements in the system. Specifically, it states that the account group for secondary cost elements must be defined in the table T077S.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the migration process or when trying to create or use secondary cost elements in SAP. The root cause is usually one of the following:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account group for secondary cost elements has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The account group may be incorrectly configured or not linked to the appropriate cost element category.
  Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from an older version of SAP or from another system, the necessary configurations may not have been carried over.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the account group for secondary cost elements is properly defined in the system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Account Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare G/L Account Creation).
  Check if the account group for secondary cost elements is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Account Group:
  
  If the account group is missing, you can create it by using the transaction code OBC4 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Define Account Groups).
  Ensure that the account group is set up correctly with the necessary attributes for secondary cost elements.
  
  
  
  Check Table T077S:
  
  You can also check the table T077S directly to see if the account group is listed there. You can use transaction code SE16N to view the table.
  If the account group is not present, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  If this error occurs during a migration process, review the migration settings and ensure that all necessary configurations are included in the migration plan.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring secondary cost elements and account groups.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OBY6, OBC4, SE16N
  Tables: T077S (Account Group for Cost Elements)
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the account group for secondary cost elements is properly defined in your SAP system.