How To Fix CMS_RE079 - Construction cost allowed for either real estate or the part

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_RE - Message class for CMS Real Estate Add On

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Construction cost allowed for either real estate or the part

What causes this issue?

You can maintain construction costs either for the real estate as a
whole or seperately for the real estate building parts. You cannot
maintain the construction costs at both the real estate and the building
parts levels.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_RE079 - Construction cost allowed for either real estate or the part ?

  The SAP error message CMS_RE079 typically relates to issues in the Construction Management (CMS) module, specifically concerning the allocation of construction costs. This error indicates that the system has detected a problem with the cost allocation for either a real estate object or a specific part of a project.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Allocation Issues: The error often arises when the system finds that the construction costs are not properly allocated to either the real estate object or the specific part of the project.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the system settings related to cost management or project management.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the real estate or project part may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Inconsistent Data: There could be inconsistencies in the data entered for the project, such as incorrect cost elements or account assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Allocation: Review the cost allocation settings for the real estate object or project part. Ensure that all costs are correctly assigned and that there are no discrepancies.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders, project definitions) is correctly set up and available in the system.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the CMS module to ensure that they are correctly defined for handling construction costs.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the project data that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the CMS_RE079 error and related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that can help you navigate to the areas where you can check and correct the settings (e.g., CJ20N for project management).
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in the CMS module for further assistance.