How To Fix G5187 - Cost object flag has to be checked if the cost object field is filled

G5187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Cost object flag has to be checked if the cost object field is filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5187 - Cost object flag has to be checked if the cost object field is filled ?

  The SAP error message G5187 indicates that there is an issue with the cost object flag in the context of cost accounting. Specifically, it means that when a cost object field (such as a cost center, internal order, or project) is filled in a transaction, the corresponding cost object flag must be checked in the configuration.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Cost Object Not Configured: The cost object (e.g., cost center, internal order) is not properly configured in the system to allow for cost postings.
  Missing Cost Object Flag: The cost object flag is not checked in the configuration settings for the relevant cost object type, which indicates whether it can be used for cost accounting.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type being used may have restrictions that require the cost object flag to be checked.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G5187 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cost Object Configuration:
  
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