How To Fix AY148 - Also maintain the cost center for activity type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AY - Deprec. simulation - maint. module (AIPS) /gen. master data

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Also maintain the cost center for activity type &1

What causes this issue?

You entered activity type &V1& as origin object.

System Response

"Activity type" is not an origin object. Therefore, you also have to
enter the cost center where the activity was performed, in addition to
the activity type.

How to fix this error?

Enter the cost center that performed activity type &V1&, or
delete the activity type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY148 - Also maintain the cost center for activity type &1 ?

  The SAP error message AY148, which states "Also maintain the cost center for activity type &1," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an activity type in the SAP system, but the system cannot find a corresponding cost center for that activity type. This is often related to the configuration of cost centers and activity types in the Controlling (CO) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center Assignment: The activity type you are trying to work with does not have a cost center assigned to it in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the activity type may not be complete, or the necessary settings in the controlling area may not be properly maintained.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to cost centers or activity types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AY148 error, you need to ensure that a cost center is assigned to the specified activity type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Activity Types -> Maintain Activity Types.
  
  
  
  Select the Activity Type:
  
  Enter the controlling area and the activity type that is causing the error.
  Click on the "Display" or "Change" button.
  
  
  
  Maintain Cost Center:
  
  In the activity type details, look for the section where you can assign a cost center.
  Ensure that a valid cost center is assigned to the activity type. If not, you will need to create or assign an existing cost center.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your entries.
  
  
  Check Related Master Data: Ensure that the cost center itself is active and properly configured in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KSC1 (Create Activity Type) to manage cost centers and activity types.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cost center and activity type configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your configuration and business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AY148 error and successfully maintain the cost center for the specified activity type.