How To Fix AO513 - Approp. request &1 is an original request - do not assign to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 513

• Message text: Approp. request &1 is an original request - do not assign to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO513 - Approp. request &1 is an original request - do not assign to &2 ?

  The SAP error message AO513 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of an appropriation request (also known as a budget request) in the system. Specifically, the message states that the appropriation request you are trying to assign is an original request and cannot be assigned to another request.
  Cause:
  
  Original Request: The appropriation request you are trying to work with is marked as an original request. In SAP, original requests are typically the first requests created for a project or budget and cannot be assigned to another request.
  Incorrect Assignment: You may be attempting to assign an original request to a different request or project, which is not allowed in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the assignment of original requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Request Type: Verify that the appropriation request you are working with is indeed an original request. You can do this by checking the request details in the system.
  Avoid Assignment: If the request is an original request, you should not attempt to assign it to another request. Instead, you may need to create a new request or modify the existing one as needed.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to appropriation requests to understand the rules and limitations regarding their assignment.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe that the assignment should be allowed based on your business process, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to review the configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in modules related to project management, budgeting, or financial accounting within SAP, such as SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS).
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to view or manage appropriation requests, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ30 (Maintain Project Budget).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create, modify, or assign appropriation requests in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the AO513 error and understand the limitations regarding the assignment of appropriation requests in SAP.