How To Fix FAR_POSTING_RULES035 - You entered a profit center "&1" and a cost center "&2" at the same time.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_POSTING_RULES - AR Posting Rules

• Message number: 035

• Message text: You entered a profit center "&1" and a cost center "&2" at the same time.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES035 - You entered a profit center "&1" and a cost center "&2" at the same time. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES035 indicates that there is a conflict in the data entry where both a profit center and a cost center have been entered simultaneously for a transaction. This is not allowed because, in certain configurations, a profit center and a cost center cannot be used together in the same posting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to post a transaction that includes both a profit center and a cost center.
  The system is configured to restrict the use of both identifiers in the same transaction for the specified account or transaction type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Transaction: Check the transaction you are trying to post. Ensure that you are only entering either a profit center or a cost center, but not both.
  
  
  Adjust the Entry: 
  
  If you need to use a profit center, remove the cost center from the entry.
  If you need to use a cost center, remove the profit center from the entry.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that both identifiers should be allowed, you may need to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Checking the account assignment settings in the relevant configuration (e.g., in the controlling area or profit center accounting).
  Consulting with your SAP configuration team to see if adjustments can be made to allow both identifiers under certain conditions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific transaction and its requirements regarding profit centers and cost centers.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, try posting the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Profit Center: A profit center is a part of an organization that is responsible for generating revenue and is evaluated based on its profitability.
  Cost Center: A cost center is a part of an organization that incurs costs but does not directly generate revenue. It is used for internal accounting purposes to track expenses.
  SAP Configuration: The configuration of profit centers and cost centers can be managed in the SAP system through transaction codes like OKEQ (for profit center accounting) and OKB9 (for cost center accounting).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.