How To Fix FIN_SUB_VAL011 - Cost center category 'F' is not allowed to be posted manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_SUB_VAL - Messages from Substitutions and Validations

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Cost center category 'F' is not allowed to be posted manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_SUB_VAL011 - Cost center category 'F' is not allowed to be posted manually ?

  The SAP error message FIN_SUB_VAL011 indicates that there is an issue with posting to a cost center that is categorized as 'F' (which typically stands for "fixed" or "fixed costs"). This means that manual postings to this cost center are restricted, likely due to configuration settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Category: The cost center is set up with a category that does not allow manual postings. In SAP, cost centers can be categorized in various ways, and category 'F' is often used for fixed costs, which may be restricted to certain types of transactions.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the controlling (CO) module may have been set to prevent manual postings to certain cost center categories to maintain data integrity and control over financial postings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to that specific cost center.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and check the category of the cost center in question.
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the cost center category to one that allows manual postings (e.g., category 'A' for administrative costs).
  
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Check the configuration in the controlling module (transaction code OKB9 for cost center categories) to see if manual postings are allowed for the category 'F'.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP CO configuration team to adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the appropriate authorizations. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs, or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Alternative Posting Methods:
  
  If manual posting is not allowed, consider using alternative methods for posting costs to this cost center, such as using internal orders or other cost objects that are permitted for manual postings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost center accounting and posting rules.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  OKB9: Maintain Cost Center Categories
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_SUB_VAL011 error and understand the underlying reasons for the restriction on manual postings to the specified cost center.