Configuring a cost centre To configure a department within a business to which costs can be allocated, do the following: In the Module menu, click Financial. In the Menu bar, click Configuration. In the Submenu, click Cost Centre. Click . Fill in the following fields: Field Task Code Fill in a short description of the name, for example NM Name Fill in the description in full, for example Name Description Fill in a longer description with more details. Partner Select the parent of the cost centre. Cost Centre Group Select a value from the drop-down menu. Status Toggle the Status button to (de)activate the configuration. Click Save.