How To Fix G0135 - Assignment of transl. method &2 to CU &1: invalid in target dimension

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Assignment of transl. method &2 to CU &1: invalid in target dimension

What causes this issue?

Translation method &V2& is assigned to cons unit &V1&. However, this
method does not exist in the target dimension &V3&. The assignment is
therefore invalid in dimension &V3&.

System Response

Cons unit &V1& is copied without the translation method assignment.

How to fix this error?

You can copy the method assignement for cons unit &V1& by separately
copying translation method &V2& (specify this method on the selection
screen).
If copying has already been run in update mode, you can rerun the
program to copy the translation method. To do this, make the following
entries on the selection screen:
Select cons unit &V1& and translation method &V2& only.
Select the indicator "Existing settings: Overwrite".
Alternatively, you can manually assign translation method &V1& to a
cons unit as follows:
Change the dimension to &V3& in the global parameters.
Perform the activity "Assign translation methods to consolidation
units" in Consolidation Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0135 - Assignment of transl. method &2 to CU &1: invalid in target dimension ?

  The SAP error message G0135, which states "Assignment of translation method &2 to CU &1: invalid in target dimension," typically occurs in the context of currency translation in SAP systems, particularly in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a translation method to a currency unit (CU) in a specific target dimension.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Translation Method: The translation method specified (represented by &2) is not valid for the currency unit (CU) specified (represented by &1) in the target dimension.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the currency translation settings, such as missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables.
  Dimension Mismatch: The target dimension for which the translation method is being applied may not support the specified translation method.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data or settings related to the currency translation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Translation Method: Verify that the translation method assigned to the currency unit is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for currency translation (Transaction Code: OB08 for exchange rates, or the relevant configuration path for translation methods) and ensure that the translation method is correctly defined and assigned.
  Adjust Target Dimension: Ensure that the target dimension supports the translation method being used. If necessary, adjust the configuration to align the translation method with the target dimension.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific translation methods and their applicability to different currency units and dimensions.
  Test Changes: After making any changes, test the currency translation process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) and other configuration transactions related to currency translation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.