How To Fix AJ220 - Incorrect combination of field entries for base procedure &1

AJ220 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Incorrect combination of field entries for base procedure &1

What causes this issue?

A particular combination of control fields is permitted for each base
procedure. You have specified a combination that is not permitted for
base procedure &1.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The following field entries are permitted:
Base procedure <LS>01</> (for an exact number of days)
You can only control the processing of leap days.
Base procedure <LS>02</> (month-based using a key date):
You can control the processing of leap days. You must specify both
controls for the move-in/move-out month; these controls must be the
same.
Base procedure <LS>03</> (month-based using an interval):
You can control the processing of leap days. You must specify both
controls for the move-in/move-out month; these controls must be the
same. You must specify the controls for processing aperiodic changes and
the reference to the number of days.
The advanced interval procedure can be controlled. If you have selected
interval procedure, you must also enter enhanced interval procedure
category.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ220 - Incorrect combination of field entries for base procedure &1 ?

  The SAP error message AJ220 "Incorrect combination of field entries for base procedure &1" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity types, cost centers, or internal orders. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency or invalid combination of data entries related to a base procedure.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Invalid Combinations: The combination of fields entered does not match the expected values for the specified base procedure. This could be due to incorrect activity type, cost center, or other related fields.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, activity types, or internal orders) may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or related modules that are not aligned with the entries being made.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Simple typographical errors or incorrect selections in dropdowns can