How To Fix G4115 - CI group already being used in another JOA, use a different value

G4115 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 115

• Message text: CI group already being used in another JOA, use a different value

What causes this issue?

CI Grouping may only occur for a Carried Owner across Venture Equity
Groups in the same JOA where the Partner is of the same Interest Type.

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

System Response

This CI Group cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Use a CI Group unique to the JOA and Interest Type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4115 - CI group already being used in another JOA, use a different value ?

  The SAP error message G4115 indicates that a CI (Cost Object) group is already being used in another Joint Operating Agreement (JOA). This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with cost allocations and joint ventures.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Usage: The CI group you are trying to use is already assigned to another JOA, which prevents it from being reused in a different context.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the reuse of CI groups across different JOAs.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity and prevent conflicts that could arise from using the same CI group in multiple JOAs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use a Different CI Group: The simplest solution is to select a different CI group that is not currently in use by another JOA.
  Check Existing JOAs: Review the existing JOAs to see where the CI group is currently