How To Fix 6A553 - Actual cost distribution on construction measure incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6A - Real estate messages rent adjustment

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Actual cost distribution on construction measure incomplete

What causes this issue?

You want to carry out a rent adjustment as a result of a construction
measure. There are two ways of determining how the total costs of the
work are distributed between the participating rental units.
Indirectly via an apportionment factor (such as "living area")
Directly by detailing the costs on the rental units
In this particular case you have entered an apportionment unit as well
as maintaining the cost distribution in the master data of the
construction measure.

System Response

The system takes account of the apportionment unit and ignores the cost
distribution details for the construction measure.

How to fix this error?

If you want to carry out the cost distribution according to the data
entered for the construction measure, leave the "apportionment unit"
field empty.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6A553 - Actual cost distribution on construction measure incomplete ?

  The SAP error message 6A553 ("Actual cost distribution on construction measure incomplete") typically occurs in the context of project system (PS) or internal orders when there are issues with the distribution of actual costs related to construction measures or projects. This error indicates that the system has detected that the actual costs incurred for a construction measure have not been fully distributed to the relevant cost objects.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Cost Distribution: The actual costs incurred for a construction measure have not been fully allocated to the appropriate cost objects (e.g., internal orders, WBS elements).
  Missing Allocation Rules: There may be missing or incorrect allocation rules in the configuration that govern how costs should be distributed.
  Unsettled Orders: The internal orders or WBS elements associated with the construction measure may not have been settled properly.
  Posting Errors: There may be errors in the postings related to the construction measure, leading to discrepancies in cost distribution.
  Incorrect Status: The construction measure may be in a status that does not allow for cost distribution.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Cost Distribution: Review the actual costs posted to the construction measure and ensure that they have been distributed correctly. Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or KOB1 (Order Actual Line Items) to analyze the costs.
  Review Allocation Rules: Verify the allocation rules in the configuration settings to ensure they are set up correctly for the construction measure.
  Settle Orders: If there are internal orders or WBS elements that need to be settled, perform the settlement using transaction KO88 (Order Settlement) or CJ88 (Project Settlement).
  Correct Posting Errors: Investigate any posting errors that may have occurred and correct them as necessary. This may involve reversing incorrect postings and re-posting them correctly.
  Check Status: Ensure that the construction measure is in a status that allows for cost distribution. If necessary, change the status to allow for further processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), KOB1 (Order Actual Line Items), KO88 (Order Settlement), and CJ88 (Project Settlement).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to project systems and cost accounting for best practices in managing cost distributions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Project Systems for further assistance.