How To Fix CR091 - No activity types assigned to cost center &, controlling area & on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 091

• Message text: No activity types assigned to cost center &, controlling area & on &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR091 - No activity types assigned to cost center &, controlling area & on & ?

  The SAP error message CR091 indicates that there are no activity types assigned to a specific cost center within a controlling area. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a transaction that requires activity types to be assigned to a cost center, such as when trying to post costs or allocate resources.
  Cause:
  
  No Activity Types Assigned: The primary cause of this error is that the cost center in question does not have any activity types assigned to it in the controlling area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area settings or the cost center settings.
  Master Data Inconsistencies: The master data for the cost center may not be properly maintained, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CR091 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OKA1 (Activity Types) or OKB9 (Assign Activity Types to Cost Centers).
  Verify if the required activity types are assigned to the cost center in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Activity Types:
  
  If no activity types are assigned, you can assign them by using the transaction code OKB9.
  Select the appropriate controlling area and cost center, and then assign the necessary activity types.
  
  
  
  Review Cost Center Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KS02 (Change Cost Center) to review the master data of the cost center.
  Ensure that the cost center is correctly configured and that it belongs to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is properly configured to allow for activity type assignments.
  Check if there are any specific settings or restrictions in the controlling area that might prevent the assignment of activity types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or assignment process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKA1: Activity Types
  OKB9: Assign Activity Types to Cost Centers
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  
  
  Controlling Area: Ensure that the controlling area is correctly set up and that it aligns with the organizational structure.
  Master Data Maintenance: Regularly review and maintain master data to prevent inconsistencies that could lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CR091 error and ensure that the necessary activity types are assigned to the relevant cost centers.