How To Fix CP434 - Warning: The reference rate routing is being used

CP434 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP - Task list messages: Core data

• Message number: 434

• Message text: Warning: The reference rate routing is being used

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to change a reference rate routing which is already
referenced in other task lists. The changes you make to this reference
rate routing have direct effects on the referenced task lists.

How to fix this error?

You can use a where-used list to find out the task lists in which the
reference rate routing is used.
To do this, from the routings main menu, select the menu options
<LS>Reporting -> Where-used -> Ref. operation sets</>.
<DS:TRAN.CA90>Execute where-used list</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP434 - Warning: The reference rate routing is being used ?

  The SAP error message CP434, which states "Warning: The reference rate routing is being used," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders. This warning indicates that the system is using a reference rate for the allocation of costs, which may not be the most accurate or desired method for your specific scenario.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Reference Rate Usage: The warning is triggered when the system identifies that a reference rate is being used for cost allocation. This can happen if:
  
  The cost allocation method is set to use a reference rate instead of actual rates.
  The configuration for the cost center or internal order is set to use a standard or reference rate for cost distribution.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the controlling area or the specific cost center may be configured to use reference rates, which can lead to this warning.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check