Running the Cost Accounting Process in SAP Business One

Objective

After completing this lesson, you will be able to run a basic cost accounting scenario from adding a dimension, cost centers and distribution rules through assigning them to G/L accounts and running the Cost Center report.

Setup and manage cost accounting in SAP Business One

To enhance your learning experience, utilize the demo database for SAP Business One to work through the case study. You have the option to practice using the case study file and then verify your work with the solution file. Alternatively, you can directly refer to the solution for step-by-step guidance accompanied by helpful screenshots.

Practice how to:

  • Add a dimension to the cost accounting system.
  • Create cost centers and distribution rules for the new dimension.
  • Create expenditure G/L accounts.
  • Assign distribution rules to G/L accounts
  • Run the Cost Center Report to present the expenses and revenues for each dimension.

Case Study: Cost Accounting

Case Study Solution: Cost Accounting

Summary

In this lesson you practice setting up and managing cost accounting in SAP Business One, from adding dimensions and cost centers to assigning distribution rules and running reports, using a case study and a solution file for support.