How To Fix 3F846 - Cost assignment to periods could not be carried out

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3F - Compensation Management

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Cost assignment to periods could not be carried out

What causes this issue?

The time-based costs in planning version &v1& &v2& of planning period
&v3& to &v4& could not be distributed between the periods that were
defined in Accounting.
It is possible that the definition of periods could not be determined
from Accounting, or that the fiscal year is displaying more than 60
periods.

System Response

Data is not transferred to Accounting.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the fiscal year variants in the Accounting
system. If the HR and CO systems are not linked, also check that the
ALE distribution in Personnel Cost Planning is maintained.

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 3F846 - Cost assignment to periods could not be carried out ?

  The SAP error message 3F846 ("Cost assignment to periods could not be carried out") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and financial postings. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of costs to specific periods, which can arise due to various reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Period Closing: The posting period may be closed for the relevant fiscal year or period. If the period is closed, no further postings can be made to that period.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the relevant cost center, such as incorrect settings for period control.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Posting Date Issues: The posting date of the transaction may fall outside the allowed posting periods.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the currency settings are not aligned, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Posting Periods: Verify if the posting period is open. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (for controlling area) and checking the allowed posting periods.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the controlling area and cost centers is correct. Check the settings in OKKP (Controlling Area) and KS01 (Create Cost Center).
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is created and correctly configured. Check for any missing or incorrect entries in cost centers, internal orders, etc.
  Adjust Posting Date: If the posting date is outside the allowed range, adjust it to a valid date within the open periods.
  Check Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings are correct and that there are no discrepancies in currency conversion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), and KSV5 (Plan/Actual Comparison).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to cost accounting and period-end closing processes for additional insights and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.