How To Fix AB457 - You cannot distribute planned revenue manually

AB457 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 457

• Message text: You cannot distribute planned revenue manually

What causes this issue?

You tried to distribute planned revenue manually. You can only do this
if you selected user-defined distribution when you created the
worklist.

System Response

You cannot perform this activity.

How to fix this error?

Change the distribution type in the worklist header and restart the
function for manual distribution of revenue.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB457 - You cannot distribute planned revenue manually ?

  The SAP error message AB457, "You cannot distribute planned revenue manually," typically occurs in the context of revenue planning and distribution in SAP systems, particularly in the SAP Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the system is preventing manual distribution of planned revenue due to certain settings or conditions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Automatic Distribution Settings: The system may be configured to only allow automatic distribution of planned revenue, which means manual adjustments are not permitted.
  Revenue Planning Type: The planning type used may not allow for manual distribution. Certain planning types are set up to restrict manual entries to maintain data integrity.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform manual distribution of planned revenue.
  Status of the Planning Cycle: The planning cycle may be in a status that does not allow for manual changes, such as being locked or completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Type: Review the planning type settings in the system to