How To Fix FINS_CO_CUST002 - Only account-based Profitability Analysis allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CO_CUST - FI-CO SFIN Customizing

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Only account-based Profitability Analysis allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CO_CUST002 - Only account-based Profitability Analysis allowed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CO_CUST002 indicates that the system is configured to only allow account-based Profitability Analysis (CO-PA), and the transaction or operation you are attempting to perform is not compatible with this setting. This error typically arises in the context of Profitability Analysis when the system is set to use account-based CO-PA, but the data or configuration is set up for costing-based CO-PA or vice versa.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The controlling area is configured to use account-based Profitability Analysis, but the transaction you are trying to execute is set up for costing-based Profitability Analysis.
  Data Entry: You may be trying to enter data or execute a report that is not compatible with account-based CO-PA.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like characteristics or value fields) may not be aligned with the account-based CO-PA settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based Profitability Analysis.
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly set up for account-based CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction:
  
  Verify that the transaction you are trying to execute is compatible with account-based CO-PA.
  If you are trying to run a report or transaction that is meant for costing-based CO-PA, switch to the appropriate report or transaction for account-based CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Check the master data settings for profitability segments, characteristics, and value fields to ensure they are aligned with account-based CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on account-based vs. costing-based CO-PA to understand the differences and requirements.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account-Based vs. Costing-Based CO-PA: Understand the differences between these two types of Profitability Analysis. Account-based CO-PA is more aligned with financial accounting and uses actual account postings, while costing-based CO-PA is more focused on internal cost allocations and can provide more detailed reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for CO-PA, such as KE30 (Report for Profitability Analysis) and KE24 (Display Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your Profitability Analysis is functioning correctly within the SAP system.