How To Fix FR278 - Option cannot be selected

FR278 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Option cannot be selected

What causes this issue?

Consolidation of business areas is switched on in your system.
In this case, it was determined that zero balance on business area
level must be ensured directly when posting. This is done by
automatic line items on clearing accounts.

System Response

The option "Breakdown for balance sheet" cannot be chosen.
Otherwise, those postings that ensure zero balance on business area
level would be carried out twice.

How to fix this error?

Cancel the selection of this option.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FR278 - Details

• The SAP error message FR278, which states "Option cannot be selected," typically occurs in the context of configuration or selection of options in a transaction or process within SAP. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of sales orders, purchase orders, or when configuring certain settings in the system.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The option you are trying to select may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select the option in question.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or conditions may prevent the selection of the option based on the current context (e.g., incompatible product configurations).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the option from being selected.
  Version or Release Issues: The option may not be available in the current