How To Fix FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE036 - Assignment not created for cost object &2 of category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE - Central Finance Message Class

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Assignment not created for cost object &2 of category &1

What causes this issue?

The system could not assign the source cost object &V2& to a central
cost object for 1 of the following reasons:
The system found no scenario or multiple scenarios for the source cost
object. For each source cost object, the system can only use one
scenario to assign a source cost object to a central cost object.
One scenario is determined by the system but an error has occurred, for
example, the mapping rule table is maintained incorrectly, master data
mapping is missing, or the system could not create a central cost
object.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Either create a new scenario or delete the duplicated scenario. You can
check the Customizing settings for defining scenarios in the following
Customizing activities:
<DS:SIMG.FINS_CFINVC_COST_OBJ>Define Scenarios for Cost Object Mapping
</>
<DS:SIMG.CFIN_MAPPING>Define Mapping Rules for Cost Object Mapping
Scenarios</>
If the scenario is defined correctly, check the Customizing settings for
master data governance (MDG) using the following activities:
<DS:SIMG.DOCU_FINS_CFIN_MAP>Settings for Mapping</>
<DS:SIMG.VC_FINS_CFIN_MAP>Define Mapping Actions for Mapping Entities</>
<DS:SIMG.VC_FINS_CFIN_MDG>Define Mapping Entities (Enhanced
Configuration)</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE036 - Assignment not created for cost object &2 of category &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE036 indicates that an assignment could not be created for a cost object of a specific category. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Central Finance (CFIN) when there is an issue with the mapping or assignment of cost objects during the data transfer process.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Mapping: The cost object (e.g., cost center, internal order) may not be properly mapped in the Central Finance system. This can happen if the source system's cost object does not have a corresponding entry in the Central Finance mapping tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Central Finance settings, such as incorrect settings for the cost object categories.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being transferred from the source system to the Central Finance system, such as missing or incorrect data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to create the assignment may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping: Verify that the cost object in the source system has a corresponding mapping in the Central Finance system. You can check the mapping tables (e.g., TFIN_CFIN_COS) to ensure that the cost object is correctly mapped.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for cost object categories is set up correctly in the Central Finance system. This includes checking the settings in the Central Finance customizing (transaction SPRO).
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being transferred from the source system. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to create assignments for cost objects.
  
  
  Error Logs: Review the error logs and application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically went wrong during the assignment creation process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SLG1 for logs, and SE16 for checking table entries.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Central Finance Documentation: Review the official SAP Central Finance documentation for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE036.