How To Fix G4514 - Cost center has a billable recovery indicator assigned.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Cost center has a billable recovery indicator assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4514 - Cost center has a billable recovery indicator assigned. ?

  The SAP error message G4514 indicates that a cost center has a billable recovery indicator assigned, which means that the cost center is set up to recover costs through billing. This can lead to issues when trying to perform certain transactions, such as posting costs or transferring costs, if the system expects that the costs will be billed to a customer.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Cost Center Configuration: The cost center in question is configured with a billable recovery indicator, which means it is intended to recover costs through billing.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform (e.g., posting costs, transferring costs) is not compatible with the billable recovery setup of the cost center.
  Cost Allocation: Attempting to allocate costs to a cost center that is set up for billable recovery without proper billing processes in place.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G4514 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Cost Center Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the cost center in the SAP system. Ensure that the billable recovery indicator is set correctly based on your business requirements.
  If the cost center should not be billable, you may need to change the configuration to remove the billable recovery indicator.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for a cost center with a billable recovery indicator. If necessary, use a different cost center that does not have this indicator for non-billable transactions.
  
  
  
  Billing Process:
  
  If the cost center is intended to be billable, ensure that the necessary billing processes are in place. This may involve setting up billing documents or ensuring that the costs are being allocated correctly to customers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidance on handling cost centers with billable recovery indicators.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to cost center accounting (e.g., KS01 for creating cost centers, KS02 for changing them).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to cost center configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) module configurations.