How To Fix ERP_CO_OLC_E085 - Commitment carryforward not possible on single order operation level

ERP_CO_OLC_E085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERP_CO_OLC_E - Messages for Operative Level Costing

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Commitment carryforward not possible on single order operation level

What causes this issue?

In selection variant &V1&, values for the field <LS>Operation/Activity
</> are maintained.

System Response

The entries of field <LS>Operation/Activity</> are ignored.

How to fix this error?

The function of commitment carryforward is closely connected with budget
management. The budget of orders is controlled at the header level.
Therefore, for a consistent availability control, you should not only
carry forward the commitments of single order operations.
Clear the entries in the <LS>Operation/Activity</> field or use another
selection variant in which this field is empty.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

ERP_CO_OLC_E085 - Details

• The SAP error message ERP_CO_OLC_E085 indicates that a commitment carryforward is not possible at the single order operation level. This typically occurs in the context of controlling and project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with internal orders or project systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured to allow commitment carryforward for the specific order type or operation level.
  Missing Data: Required data for the commitment carryforward process may be missing or incomplete.
  Order Status: The status of the order may not allow for carryforward. For example, if the order is already settled or closed, carryforward may not be possible.
  Budgeting Issues: If there are issues with the budget or if the budget is not available for the next fiscal year, the carryforward may fail.
  Operational Level Restrictions: The system may be set up to only allow carryforward at a higher level (e.g., order level)