How To Fix G_COBL_CORE021 - In this application you cannot enter a profitability segment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G_COBL_CORE - General Services: Coding Block

• Message number: 021

• Message text: In this application you cannot enter a profitability segment

What causes this issue?

The coding block is being used by an application that posts to
Accounting via an external interface, e.g. HR. In this case postings
cannot be made to
<DS:GLOS.3526B68EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>profitability segments</>,
<DS:GLOS.3526BCD9AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>real estate objects</> or
insurance additional account assignments.

How to fix this error?

This is a system error. These additional account assignments should not
be selectable in Customizing for these transactions. Contact the SAP
hotline.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G_COBL_CORE021 - In this application you cannot enter a profitability segment ?

  The SAP error message G_COBL_CORE021, which states "In this application you cannot enter a profitability segment," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or when working with controlling (CO) modules, particularly in Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error indicates that the system does not allow the entry of a profitability segment in the current context or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are using may not support profitability segments. For example, certain transactions in Financial Accounting (FI) or other modules may not require or allow profitability segment entries.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific application may not be set up to allow profitability segment entries.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may not be configured to allow profitability segment entries.
  Missing Master Data: The profitability segment may not be defined or may not be relevant for the specific transaction or master data being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
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