How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE123 - Allocation factors of cost object &1 have different algebraic signs.

FCOM_PLANNING_CORE123 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Allocation factors of cost object &1 have different algebraic signs.

What causes this issue?

Allocation factors with different signs exist.
Cost simulation uses the allocation factors as the basis for determining
a tariff for the cost object (for example, cost center). The system can
only determine the tariffs correctly if all allocation factors of all
cost objects have the same sign.
Check allocation factors for cost object &V1& of type &V2& (InfoObject
&V3&) for different signs.

System Response

The system aborts processing of the planning function.

How to fix this error?

Correct the allocation factors that you entered and ensure that you only
enter allocation factors with the same sign for all cost objects.

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.

FCOM_PLANNING_CORE123 - Details

• The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE123 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the allocation factors of a cost object. Specifically, it means that the allocation factors for the cost object in question have different algebraic signs, which can lead to issues in cost planning and allocation processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Allocation Factors: The allocation factors for a cost object (e.g., cost center, internal order) are expected to be either all positive or all negative. If some factors are positive and others are negative, this inconsistency triggers the error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of allocation factors may lead to mistakes, such as entering a negative value when it should be positive or vice versa.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system regarding how allocation factors are defined or calculated can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Allocation Factors: Check the allocation factors for the cost object in question. Ensure that all factors have the same algebraic