How To Fix AO022 - Cost center &1 was already used for distribution - please correct

AO022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Cost center &1 was already used for distribution - please correct

What causes this issue?

Cost center &V1& was already used for percentage distribution and
cannot be used again.

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?

Correct your cost center entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO022 - Cost center &1 was already used for distribution - please correct ?

  The SAP error message AO022 indicates that a cost center has already been used for distribution in a particular context, and the system is preventing further actions that would lead to inconsistencies or duplications. This error typically arises in the context of internal orders, cost allocations, or distribution processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Usage: The cost center specified in the error message has already been assigned to a distribution or allocation process, and the system does not allow it to be used again in the same context.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry where the same cost center is inadvertently being referenced multiple times.
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the reuse of cost centers in certain transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Distribution Records: Review the distribution records to see where the cost center has already been used. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction