How To Fix ERP_CO_OLC_E020 - Operation account assignment not allowed for this order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERP_CO_OLC_E - Messages for Operative Level Costing

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Operation account assignment not allowed for this order

What causes this issue?

You entered a value in the field <LS>Operation</>. For this order
number, operation account assignment is <ZH>not </>possible. Operation
account assignment is only possible for maintenance orders (order
category 30) for which this functionality has been activated in
customizing.

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?

Choose one of the following possibilities:
Clear the field <LS>Operation</>.
Enter an order in the field <LS>Order</> for which operation account
assignment is active.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ERP_CO_OLC_E020 - Operation account assignment not allowed for this order ?

  The SAP error message ERP_CO_OLC_E020 indicates that there is an issue with the operation account assignment for a specific order. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) and can occur during various processes, such as when trying to post costs or when executing certain transactions related to production orders, internal orders, or project systems.
  Cause:
  The error message "Operation account assignment not allowed for this order" can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Order Type Configuration: The order type may not be configured to allow account assignments for operations. This can happen if the order type is set up incorrectly in the system.
  
  
  Status of the Order: The order may be in a status that does not permit further postings or changes. For example, if the order is already completed or closed, you may not be able to assign costs to operations.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to the order, such as the work center, cost center, or activity type.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation on the order.
  
  
  System Settings: There may be specific settings in the controlling area or company code that restrict account assignments for certain types of orders.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ERP_CO_OLC_E020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in transaction code SPRO.
  Ensure that the order type allows for account assignments to operations.
  
  
  
  Review Order Status:
  
  Check the status of the order in transaction CO03 (Display Production Order) or the relevant transaction for your order type.
  If the order is completed or closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new order.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (work centers, cost centers, activity types) is correctly set up and assigned to the order.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53.
  
  
  
  Consult System Settings:
  
  Review the controlling area and company code settings to ensure there are no restrictions on account assignments for the specific order type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific error message and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.