How To Fix G0127 - The assignment of CG/CU &1 is recursive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 127

• Message text: The assignment of CG/CU &1 is recursive

What causes this issue?

Your assignment of &V1& would cause a recursion in the CG/CU
hierarchies. In other words, &V1& would be assigned to itself over one
or more hierarchy levels. This assignment is therefore not allowed.

System Response

Error message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0127 - The assignment of CG/CU &1 is recursive ?

  The SAP error message G0127, which states "The assignment of CG/CU &1 is recursive," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profit center accounting. This error indicates that there is a recursive assignment in the configuration of cost centers (CG) or cost units (CU). In simpler terms, it means that a cost center or cost unit is being assigned to itself, either directly or indirectly, which creates a loop that the system cannot resolve.
  
  Cause:
  
  Direct Self-Assignment: A cost center is directly assigned to itself.
  Indirect Self-Assignment: A cost center is assigned to another cost center, which in turn is assigned back to the original cost center, creating a circular reference.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the controlling area or cost center hierarchy can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Assignments: Review the assignments of the cost centers involved. Ensure that no cost center is assigned to itself directly or indirectly.
  Correct Configuration: If you