KSS1 - Variance Calculation: Cost Centers

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: KSS1

  Description: Variance Calculation: Cost Centers

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

  Menu Path:

  • Accounting > Controlling > Cost Center Accounting > Period-End Closing > Single Functions > Variances

• • Program: SAPLKSS0

    Screen: 1000

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: KABW

    Package Description: Cost Accounting: Variance Calculation

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: CO-OM-ACT

    Description: Activity Types

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• SAP Tcode: KSS1 - Variance Calculation: Cost Centers

  
  Overview:
  KSS1 is a transaction code used in SAP to calculate the variance between actual and planned costs for cost centers. It is used to compare the actual costs of a cost center with the planned costs and to analyze the differences. This helps to identify areas of potential savings or areas where additional resources may be needed. 
  
  Functionality:
  KSS1 allows users to view the variance between actual and planned costs for cost centers. It also provides a graphical representation of the variance, which can be used to identify areas of potential savings or areas where additional resources may be needed. The transaction code also allows users to view the total variance for all cost centers in a single report. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use:
  1. Enter transaction code KSS1 in the command field. 
  2. Select the cost center you want to analyze from the list of available cost centers. 
  3. Select the period you want to analyze from the list of available periods. 
  4. Select the type of variance you want to analyze (e.g., personnel costs, material costs, etc.). 
  5. Select the type of report you want to generate (e.g., graphical report, tabular report, etc.). 
  6. Generate the report and view the results. 
  
  Other Recommendations:
  It is recommended that users review their results carefully and take appropriate action based on their findings. Additionally, users should ensure that they are using up-to-date data when running KSS1 reports, as this will ensure that they are getting accurate results.