How To Fix ACEC_S4051 - Please enter a planned cost accrual item type for accrual item type &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACEC_S4 - Customizing Message for Accrual Engine in S4 Version

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Please enter a planned cost accrual item type for accrual item type &1.

What causes this issue?

For accrual item type &V1&, an accrual item type for actual costs is
assigned but no accrual item type for planned costs is assigned. Both
accrual item types, however<(>,<)> must be assigned or unassigned in
pairs.

How to fix this error?

Please either assign an accrual item type for planned costs for &V1& or
remove the accrual item type for actual costs.
INCLUDE ACCR_MSG_SSCUI_5 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

What causes this issue?

For accrual item type &V1&, an accrual item type for actual costs is
assigned but no accrual item type for planned costs is assigned. Both
accrual item types, however<(>,<)> must be assigned or unassigned in
pairs.

How to fix this error?

Please either assign an accrual item type for planned costs for &V1& or
remove the accrual item type for actual costs in
<DS:SIMG.VC_TACE_ITEMTY>Define Accrual Item Types</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACEC_S4051 - Please enter a planned cost accrual item type for accrual item type &1. ?

  The SAP error message ACEC_S4051, which states "Please enter a planned cost accrual item type for accrual item type &1," typically occurs in the context of the Accrual Engine in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a specific configuration for the accrual item type you are trying to use, but it has not been set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The accrual item type you are trying to use does not have a corresponding planned cost accrual item type defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the accrual item type may not be properly maintained in the configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the accrual item type is not recognized or is incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Accrual Engine > Define Accrual Item Types.
  Ensure that the accrual item type you are using has a corresponding planned cost accrual item type defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Item Type:
  
  If the planned cost accrual item type is missing, you will need to create or maintain it.
  Define the necessary settings for the accrual item type, ensuring that it is linked to the correct planned cost accrual item type.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data you are entering to ensure that the accrual item type is correctly specified and matches the configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or other relevant transaction codes for testing the accrual process.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on configuring the Accrual Engine and understanding accrual item types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACEC_S4051 error and ensure that your accrual item types are correctly configured in SAP.