How To Fix AO349 - Requesting profit center is a required field - enter profit center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Requesting profit center is a required field - enter profit center

What causes this issue?

The profit center is a required field according to the field selection
of the appropriation request.

System Response

You have to make the required entry for the profit center.

How to fix this error?

Do one of the following:
Enter a requesting profit center.
Enter a requesting cost center.
The profit center and the business area are automatically adopted from
the cost center.
If the profit center or business area are required fields, then you can
only choose cost centers in which this data has been entered.
Change the control for the requesting profit center field so that it is
not a required field.
Note:
When the profit center is adopted from the cost center, it does not
necessarily make sense to make both fields required entry fields.
Assign the business area for cost center &V1& in the master record of
the cost center.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO349 - Requesting profit center is a required field - enter profit center ?

  The SAP error message AO349 indicates that a profit center is required for the transaction you are trying to execute, but it has not been provided. This error typically occurs in the context of financial postings, especially in modules like Controlling (CO) or when dealing with Profit Center Accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profit Center: The most common cause is that the profit center field is left blank in the transaction you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a profit center for certain types of transactions.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the profit center or entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Profit Center: The simplest solution is to ensure that you enter a valid profit center in the relevant field before executing the transaction.
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the profit center should not be mandatory for your transaction, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Reviewing the settings for the specific transaction or document type to see if the profit center is set as a required field.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the profit center you are trying to use is active and correctly set up in the system. You can check this in the master data for profit centers.
  User Training: If this error is frequent, consider providing additional training to users on the importance of entering profit center information and how to do it correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (Post Document), or others that require profit center information.
  Profit Center Accounting: Understanding how profit centers work in SAP and their role in financial reporting can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific problems.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Controlling module.