How To Fix GA066 - The reference cycle has another allocation type

GA066 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 066

• Message text: The reference cycle has another allocation type

What causes this issue?

You can create cycles for the following allocation types:
Periodic transfers
Distribution
Assessment
The cycle names must be defined separately for each allocation type.
You have selected a cycle belonging to a different allocation type than
the transaction called up.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the cycle name or choose the correct transaction.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GA066 - Details

• The SAP error message GA066, which states "The reference cycle has another allocation type," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or when dealing with allocations in SAP. This error indicates that there is a circular reference in the allocation structure that involves different allocation types, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Circular Reference: The error is primarily caused by a circular reference in the allocation structure. This means that an allocation is trying to reference itself indirectly through another allocation, which can lead to infinite loops.
  Different Allocation Types: The error specifically mentions "another allocation type," which suggests that the allocations involved are of different types (e.g., internal vs. external allocations).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the allocation structure or in the way the allocation cycles are defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Allocation Structure: Check the allocation structure to identify any circular references. Ensure that the allocations do not reference each other in a