How To Fix FINS_ONE_ALLOCATION034 - The defined usage & of the plan category & is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ONE_ALLOCATION -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: The defined usage & of the plan category & is not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ONE_ALLOCATION034 - The defined usage & of the plan category & is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ONE_ALLOCATION034 indicates that there is an issue with the defined usage of a plan category in the context of financial allocations. This error typically arises when the system encounters a plan category that is not permitted for the specified usage in the allocation process.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The plan category may not be configured correctly in the system for the intended usage. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect assignment of the plan category to the relevant usage.
  Usage Restrictions: Certain plan categories may have restrictions on their usage based on the business processes or configurations in place. If the plan category is not allowed for the specific allocation type, this error will be triggered.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect plan category is being referenced for the allocation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the plan categories in the SAP system. Ensure that the plan category you are trying to use is correctly configured for the intended usage.
  You can check the configuration in the following path: 
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Planning > Define Plan Categories.
  
  
  Verify that the plan category is assigned to the correct usage.
  
  
  
  Review Usage Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plan category is allowed for the specific allocation process you are trying to execute. This may involve checking the settings for the allocation type and ensuring compatibility with the plan category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to financial allocations and plan categories to understand the restrictions and requirements for the specific plan category you are using.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Double-check the data entries in the allocation process to ensure that the correct plan category is being referenced. If there are any discrepancies, correct them.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB52 (to check the fiscal year variant) or KP06 (to check planning layouts) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into configuration settings.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test allocation to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.