How To Fix AO370 - Responsible profit center is required field - enter a profit center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 370

• Message text: Responsible profit center is required field - enter a 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 the 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 responsible profit center field so that it
is not a required field.
Note:
When the business area is adopted from the cost center, it does not
necessarily make sense to make both fields required entry fields.

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 AO370 - Responsible profit center is required field - enter a profit center ?

  The SAP error message AO370 indicates that a responsible 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 asset accounting or when dealing with internal orders, where profit centers are used for financial reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profit Center: The most common cause of this error is that the profit center field is left blank when it is required for the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to require a profit center for certain types of transactions, and if the configuration is not aligned with the data being entered, this error can occur.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip the profit center field or enter an invalid profit center.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Profit Center: When prompted with the error, check the relevant screen and enter a valid profit center in the designated field. Ensure that the profit center you are entering is active and valid in the system.
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the profit center should not be required for your transaction, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings in the relevant module (e.g., Asset Accounting, Controlling).
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the asset or order you are working with is complete and correctly configured, including the assignment of profit centers.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for specific guidance on handling profit centers in your transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Profit Center Accounting: Profit centers are part of the Controlling (CO) module in SAP and are used to track revenues and expenses for specific areas of the business.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., AS01 for asset creation, KO01 for internal order creation) where this error might occur.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter or modify profit center information in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or fixes available.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.