How To Fix FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION019 - Top down distribution run can contain only one cycle

FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Top down distribution run can contain only one cycle

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION019 - Top down distribution run can contain only one cycle ?

  The SAP error message FCO_RUN_ALLOCATION019 indicates that a top-down distribution run is attempting to include more than one cycle, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of financial planning and allocation processes within SAP, particularly when using the SAP Controlling (CO) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to execute a top-down distribution run that has multiple cycles defined in the allocation structure.
  The configuration of the allocation run is set up incorrectly, leading to the inclusion of multiple cycles.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Allocation Structure:
  
  Review the allocation structure you are using for the top-down distribution run. Ensure that it is configured to include only one cycle.
  
  
  
  Modify the Cycle:
  
  If you need to include multiple cycles, consider breaking them down into separate runs. Each run should only contain one cycle.
  
  
  
  Review the Planning Layout:
  
  Ensure that the planning layout you are using is correctly set up