How To Fix 9J206 - Activity type & is not allowed for sender entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Activity type & is not allowed for sender entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J206 - Activity type & is not allowed for sender entered ?

  The SAP error message 9J206 indicates that the activity type specified is not allowed for the sender that has been entered. This typically occurs in the context of cost accounting or internal order management when trying to post costs or allocate activities.
  Cause:
  
  Activity Type Configuration: The activity type may not be configured correctly for the sender (cost center, internal order, etc.) in the system.
  Sender-Receiver Relationship: The sender (cost center or internal order) may not be assigned to the activity type in the controlling area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified activity type with the sender.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the sender or activity type may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the activity type in the SAP system (Transaction code: OKA0).
  Ensure that the activity type is correctly assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  
  
  
  Verify Sender-Receiver Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the sender (cost center or internal order) to the activity type in the controlling area.
  Use Transaction code OKB9 to review the assignment of activity types to cost centers.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified activity type and sender.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the sender (cost center or internal order) and ensure that it is complete and correctly configured.
  Use Transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KO01 (Create Internal Order) to check the details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKA0: Activity Type Configuration
  OKB9: Assignment of Activity Types
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KO01: Create Internal Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.