How To Fix G5171 - Asset can only be posted to cost center.

G5171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Asset can only be posted to cost center.

Project and Order is only budgeting object. This information is
usually entered in Asset Master.
After the cost center is entered, the system will display a list of
asset classes that belong to this cost center when you click on the
asset detail screen. Whatever asset you select in the list for
addition, retirement or adjustment will be posted for the amount you
entered in the asset detail screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5171 - Asset can only be posted to cost center. ?

  The SAP error message G5171 ("Asset can only be posted to cost center") typically occurs when you are trying to post an asset transaction (like acquisition or transfer) to a cost object that is not a valid cost center. This error is often encountered in the context of asset accounting (FI-AA) when the system expects the asset to be associated with a cost center but finds that the specified cost object does not meet the necessary criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Object: The cost object you are trying to use (e.g., internal order, project, etc.) is not defined as a cost center in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the asset accounting module may not allow posting to certain types of cost objects.
  Master Data Issues: The cost center or the asset master data may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Center: Ensure that the cost center you are