How To Fix CKBA033 - Apportionment structure cannot be maintained

CKBA033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKBA - Message Pool for Development Class CKBA

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Apportionment structure cannot be maintained

What causes this issue?

An apportionment structure can not be maintained for this procurement
alternative because this is not a case of joint production. An
apportionment structure can only be maintained for a procurement
alternative that was created for ajoint production process.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CKBA033 - Details

• The SAP error message CKBA033, which states "Apportionment structure cannot be maintained," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and controlling when there are issues related to the configuration or usage of apportionment structures in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The apportionment structure may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area or the cost element.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the apportionment structure.
  System Status: The system might be in a status that does not allow changes to be made, such as being in a closed period.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the maintenance of the apportionment structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the apportionment structure in the controlling area. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO) and