How To Fix WN756 - The field 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' must be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 756

• Message text: The field 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' must be initial

What causes this issue?

The field 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' must be initial.

System Response

The field 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' must be initial, if the
field 'Updating Is Active in Actual Costing' is initial.

How to fix this error?

You must adapt either the field 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' or
the field 'Updating Is Active in Actual Costing'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN756 - The field 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' must be initial ?

  The SAP error message WN756, which states "The field 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' must be initial," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or product costing modules. This error indicates that the system expects the field for the active actual cost component split to be empty (initial) but it is not.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The error may arise due to incorrect configuration settings in the controlling area or the cost component structure.
  Data Entry Error: The field may have been inadvertently filled with data when it should not have been.
  Transaction Context: The error can occur during specific transactions where the system expects certain fields to be in a default state (initial).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the controlling area and ensure that the cost component structure is correctly defined.
  Verify that the settings for the active actual cost component split are appropriate for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Clear the Field:
  
  If you are entering data manually, ensure that the 'Active Actual Cost Component Split' field is left blank (initial) before saving or processing the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If this error occurs during a specific transaction (e.g., during a goods movement, production order, or cost calculation), review the data being entered to ensure compliance with the expected input.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the cost component split and its implications in your business processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Component Structure: Understanding how cost components are structured in your SAP system can help in troubleshooting this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., CK11N for cost estimates) that may be related to the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.