How To Fix EN290 - No breaker specified for the breaker allocation

EN290 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EN - IS-U installation/installation structure

• Message number: 290

• Message text: No breaker specified for the breaker allocation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EN290 - No breaker specified for the breaker allocation ?

  The SAP error message EN290, which states "No breaker specified for the breaker allocation," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with cost allocation or internal orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified "breaker" for the allocation process, which is necessary for distributing costs or revenues.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Breaker Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary configuration for the breaker (a cost allocation method or rule) has not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the cost centers, internal orders, or projects may not have the required allocation settings.
  Incomplete Transaction Data: The transaction data being processed may not have the necessary information to identify the breaker.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required configuration or data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Breaker Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings