How To Fix FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE332 - Use business transaction &1 for primary CO postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE - Central Finance Message Class

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Use business transaction &1 for primary CO postings

What causes this issue?

You tried to replicate a primary management accounting (CO) posting
document using the function module <LS>FINS_CFIN_CO_CENTRAL_POSTING</>.
However, this function module is for secondary CO postings only.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE332 - Use business transaction &1 for primary CO postings ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_CO_MESSAGE332, which states "Use business transaction &1 for primary CO postings," typically occurs in the context of SAP Central Finance (CFIN) when there is an issue with the business transaction type being used for a primary Controlling (CO) posting.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Business Transaction: The business transaction type used for the CO posting does not match the expected transaction type defined in the system for primary CO postings.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Central Finance system that are not aligned with the source system or the expected settings for CO postings.
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: If the data is being transferred from a non-SAP system or an incorrectly configured SAP system, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the business transaction type may not be set up in the Central Finance system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Transaction Type: Verify the business transaction type being used in the posting. Ensure that it is the correct one as per the configuration in the Central Finance system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the Central Finance system and check the settings for CO postings. Ensure that the business transaction types are correctly mapped and configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or implementation guide for Central Finance to understand the expected business transaction types for primary CO postings.
  
  
  Adjust Customization: If necessary, adjust the customization settings in the Central Finance system to include the correct business transaction type for CO postings.
  
  
  Test Posting: After making the necessary adjustments, try to perform the CO posting again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SLG1 for logs, and FB50 for posting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Central Finance Documentation: Review the official SAP Central Finance documentation for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.