How To Fix FICO1490 - Only one date category can be assigned for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Only one date category can be assigned for &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1490 - Only one date category can be assigned for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message FICO1490 ("Only one date category can be assigned for &1 &2") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting (FI) and controlling (CO) modules when there is an issue with the assignment of date categories in a financial document or transaction. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple date categories assigned to a single entity (like a document type, account, or transaction), which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Date Categories: The primary cause of this error is that the system has found more than one date category assigned to the same object (e.g., a document type or account).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the financial settings where date categories are defined.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during transaction processing can lead to this error if multiple date categories are inadvertently assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for financial accounting and check the settings for date categories.
  Ensure that only one date category is assigned to the relevant object.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Check the document types involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly configured to use a single date category.
  You can do this by navigating to the document type settings in the financial accounting configuration.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Transaction:
  
  Review the specific transaction that triggered the error. Look for any inconsistencies in the date category assignment.
  If necessary, correct the transaction data to ensure that only one date category is assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on date categories and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), FB01 (for document entry), and others that may be relevant to your specific issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to financial configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP FI/CO consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.