How To Fix BK072 - Activity type & is not a non-allocatable activity type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Activity type & is not a non-allocatable activity type

What causes this issue?

In the transaction "Create Non-Allocatable Activities" you entered
activity type &V1&. Non-allocatable activity types belong to category
4. Activity type &V1& for cost center &V2& is category &V3& and is
therefore not a non-allocatable activity type. It cannot be used in
this transaction.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

In this transaction use only category 3 (<ZH>indirect allocation</>) or
category 4 (<ZH>non-allocatable</>) activity types.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK072 - Activity type & is not a non-allocatable activity type ?

  The SAP error message BK072 indicates that the activity type you are trying to use is not classified as a non-allocatable activity type. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to allocate costs or perform a transaction that involves activity types.
  Cause:
  
  Activity Type Configuration: The activity type you are trying to use may not be configured correctly in the system. It might be set up as an allocatable activity type instead of a non-allocatable one.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the activity type may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing it as a non-allocatable activity type.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are performing may require a non-allocatable activity type, but the one you are using does not meet this requirement.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for activity types in SAP (Transaction code: OAYD).
  Verify the settings for the specific activity type in question. Ensure that it is marked as a non-allocatable activity type if that is the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the activity type (Transaction code: OAYB).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the activity type is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Activity Type:
  
  If the activity type you are using is not meant to be non-allocatable, consider using a different activity type that is configured as non-allocatable for your transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on activity types and their classifications.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Activity Types: In SAP, activity types are used to categorize the activities performed in a cost center. They can be allocatable or non-allocatable based on how costs are managed.
  Controlling Module (CO): This error is related to the Controlling module in SAP, which deals with internal cost management and reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAYD (Activity Type Configuration) and OAYB (Activity Type Master Data) for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.