How To Fix AP109 - Functional location &1 does not belong to cost center &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Functional location &1 does not belong to cost center &2

What causes this issue?

The functional location &V1& does not belong to cost center &V2& of the
capital investment program position. Instead it belongs to
cost center &V3&.

System Response

The allocation is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP109 - Functional location &1 does not belong to cost center &2 ?

  The SAP error message AP109 indicates that there is a mismatch between a functional location and the cost center it is associated with. Specifically, the error states that the functional location you are trying to use does not belong to the specified cost center. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to post costs or create maintenance orders.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Assignment: The functional location may not be correctly assigned to the specified cost center in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the functional location or cost center during transaction processing.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not align the functional location with the correct cost center.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the functional location or the cost center may be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Functional Location Assignment:
  
  Go to the functional location master data (transaction code IL03) and verify that the functional location is assigned to the correct cost center.
  If it is not assigned correctly, you can change the assignment using transaction code IL02.
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Center:
  
  Check the cost center master data (transaction code KS03) to ensure that it is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the functional location and cost center are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during a transaction, double-check the entries made to ensure that the correct functional location and cost center are being used.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message. You can search for AP109 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to functional locations and cost centers for a better understanding of their relationship and how they should be configured.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the AP109 error message in SAP.