How To Fix G06046 - Intention of sale/discontinued operations not permitted in dimension &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G06 - SAP Cons - Error Message re. Consolidation of Investments

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Intention of sale/discontinued operations not permitted in dimension &1

What causes this issue?

The current data record contains the date (year and period) of the
intention of sale or the discontinuation of operations. However, this
data is valid only if the <LS>Assets Held for Sale</> setting in the
definition of dimension &V1& is active.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Either activate the <LS>Assets Held for Sale</> setting in the
definition of dimension &V1&, or delete the data concerning the
intention of sale or discontinuation of operations from the file.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G06046 - Intention of sale/discontinued operations not permitted in dimension &1 ?

  The SAP error message G06046, which states "Intention of sale/discontinued operations not permitted in dimension &1," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when dealing with dimensions in SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or similar modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data entry related to the intention of sale or discontinued operations in a specific dimension.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Dimension Configuration: The dimension specified in the error message may not be set up to allow for the intention of sale or discontinued operations.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be an attempt to enter data related to discontinued operations in a dimension that does not support it.
  Business Rules: The business rules defined in the system may restrict the use of certain dimensions for specific types of transactions or entries.
  Versioning Issues: The version of the data being used may not allow for discontinued operations or intentions of sale.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dimension Configuration: Review the configuration of the dimension mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is set up to allow for the intention of sale or discontinued operations.
  Review Data Entry: Verify the data being entered. Ensure that you are not trying to enter discontinued operations in a dimension that does not support it.
  Adjust Business Rules: If applicable, review and adjust the business rules that govern the use of dimensions in your SAP system. Ensure that the rules allow for the intended operations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to handle discontinued operations in the context of the dimensions you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Training Materials: Review any training materials or user guides related to financial reporting and dimension management in SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.