How To Fix FCOM_EQUIPMENT005 - Select a cost center for the internal service request

FCOM_EQUIPMENT005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_EQUIPMENT - Messages for Asset/Equipment Monitor

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Select a cost center for the internal service request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_EQUIPMENT005 - Select a cost center for the internal service request ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_EQUIPMENT005 indicates that a cost center must be selected for an internal service request related to equipment. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions or service requests where cost allocation is necessary.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An internal service request is being created or processed without a valid cost center assigned.
  The system requires a cost center to allocate costs associated with the service request, but none has been specified.
  The configuration settings in SAP may not allow for the processing of service requests without a cost center.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select a Cost Center:
  
  When creating or processing the internal service request, ensure that you select a valid cost center. This can usually be done in the relevant field of the service request form.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are consistently encountering this error, check the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the system