How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING073 - Profit center &1 doesn't belong to segment &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING - Messages for Package FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Profit center &1 doesn't belong to segment &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING073 - Profit center &1 doesn't belong to segment &3. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING073 indicates that there is a mismatch between the profit center and the segment in the planning document. Specifically, it means that the profit center specified in the document does not belong to the segment that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The profit center may not be correctly assigned to the segment in the configuration settings of the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong profit center or segment is being used.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the profit center or the segment may not be properly maintained, leading to inconsistencies.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the correct assignments or may not be activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profit Center Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE52 (Change Profit Center) and verify that the profit center is assigned to the correct segment.
  Ensure that the profit center is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Segment Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OB37 to check the segment settings and ensure that the profit center is included in the segment.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the profit center and the segment to ensure they are correctly maintained.
  Use transaction codes like KE53 (Display Profit Center) and KE54 (Display Segment) to review the details.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that the planning version you are using is correctly set up and activated. You can check this in the planning configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Review:
  
  Review the data entry in the planning document to ensure that the correct profit center and segment are being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE52: Change Profit Center
  KE53: Display Profit Center
  KE54: Display Segment
  OB37: Configuration for Segment Reporting
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify profit center and segment configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING073.