How To Fix WAB258 - Customizing error: No condition type for cost-based CO-PA (account &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAB - Messages Settlement Management

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Customizing error: No condition type for cost-based CO-PA (account &1)

What causes this issue?

You need a condition type for cost-based accounting. Due to a wrong
configuration there is no condition type available for this accounting
line.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check that the parameter "Post Business Volume Accounting" in the
customizing of the settlement process type is set to "Using Pricing".

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAB258 - Customizing error: No condition type for cost-based CO-PA (account &1) ?

  The SAP error message WAB258 indicates that there is a customizing issue related to the condition type for cost-based Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid condition type for the specified account in the context of cost-based CO-PA.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Condition Type: The most common cause is that the condition type required for the specified account is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the condition types in CO-PA may not be set up correctly.
  Account Assignment Issues: The account specified in the error message may not be properly assigned to a condition type in the CO-PA configuration.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the profitability segments or the characteristics used in CO-PA.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WAB258 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Types:
  
  Go to the CO-PA configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for defining condition types for cost-based CO-PA.
  Ensure that the condition type for the specified account is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Account Assignment:
  
  Check the account assignment for the relevant condition type.
  Ensure that the account in question is correctly assigned to the appropriate condition type in the CO-PA configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for profitability segments and characteristics.
  Ensure that all necessary data is maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Test Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to see if the error persists.
  Use transaction codes like KE30 (Report for CO-PA) to analyze profitability reports and ensure that the configuration is working as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to CO-PA configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  KE4S: Maintain Condition Types for CO-PA
  KE30: Report for CO-PA
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring CO-PA and condition types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WAB258 error in your SAP system.