How To Fix CE205 - No method has been marked for automatic selection

CE205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 205

• Message text: No method has been marked for automatic selection

What causes this issue?

You have specified that the CAPP elements used for the calculation of
standard values are to be selected by the system. The system can only
select elements that are marked for automatic selection via a standard
indicator. In the present case, none of the methods assigned to the
selected process is marked with a standard indicator.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use the automatic selection function, branch to process
maintenance and mark at least one method with a standard indicator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CE205 - Details

• The SAP error message CE205 ("No method has been marked for automatic selection") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost allocation or internal orders. This error indicates that the system cannot find a suitable method for automatic selection of cost allocation or distribution.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error often arises when there is no method defined for automatic selection in the configuration settings for cost allocation or distribution.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the allocation methods may not be properly configured or activated.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to cost centers, internal orders, or other relevant objects.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not have a corresponding method defined for automatic selection.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for cost allocation or distribution (e.g., "Controlling" -> "Cost Center