How to use OKOU - Substitution Rules - Internal Orders

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: OKOU

  Description: Substitution Rules - Internal Orders

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program: RKOTCODE

    Screen: 0

    Authorization Object:

  • Development Package: KAUF

    Package Description: Cost Accounting, Orders

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: CO-OM-OPA

    Description: Overhead Cost Orders

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• SAP Tcode: OKOU - Substitution Rules - Internal Orders

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code OKOU is used to manage substitution rules for internal orders. It allows users to define and maintain rules for the automatic substitution of cost elements in internal orders. This helps to ensure that the correct cost elements are used when creating internal orders. 
  
  Functionality: 
  OKOU enables users to define and maintain substitution rules for cost elements in internal orders. These rules can be used to automatically substitute cost elements when creating an internal order. This helps to ensure that the correct cost elements are used in the order. The substitution rules can also be used to automatically assign cost elements to specific activities or tasks within an internal order. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Access the OKOU transaction code by entering it into the command field in SAP. 
  2. Select the “Create” option from the menu bar. 
  3. Enter the details of the substitution rule, such as the cost element, activity, and task that it applies to. 
  4. Select “Save” to save the rule. 
  5. Repeat steps 2-4 for each substitution rule that needs to be created. 
  6. Select “Execute” to activate the substitution rules and make them available for use in internal orders. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is important to ensure that all substitution rules are tested thoroughly before they are activated and used in production environments. This will help to ensure that they are working correctly and that they are not causing any unexpected results or errors in internal orders. Additionally, it is important to regularly review and update substitution rules as needed, as changes in business processes or requirements may necessitate changes in the rules themselves.