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.
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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
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