How To Fix GA074 - Cost centers and orders are not active in &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Cost centers and orders are not active in &

What causes this issue?

Neither cost centers nor orders are active in controlling area &V2&,
fiscal year &V1&. No allocations are possible.

System Response

The SAP System does not allow you to create or maintain a cycle for
this controlling area.

How to fix this error?

Check the controlling area entered and/or the validity period for the
cycle.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA074 - Cost centers and orders are not active in & ?

  The SAP error message GA074 indicates that the cost centers and/or orders you are trying to use are not active in the specified period or for the specified company code. This error typically arises when you attempt to post a transaction to a cost center or internal order that is not currently active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Cost Center/Order: The cost center or internal order you are trying to use has been marked as inactive in the system.
  Period Closure: The posting period for the cost center or order may be closed, preventing any further postings.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data configuration for the cost center or order, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Company Code Settings: The cost center or order may not be assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center/Order Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) or KO03 (Display Internal Order) to check the status of the cost center or order.
  Ensure that the cost center or order is active for the relevant period.
  
  
  
  Activate Cost Center/Order:
  
  If the cost center or order is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings or by using transaction codes KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KO01 (Create Internal Order) to reconfigure it.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Period:
  
  Verify that the posting period is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Change Posting Periods) to see if the period is closed for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data is correctly set up and that there are no missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure that any changes made are in line with company policies.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the cost center or order is assigned to the correct company code. This can be checked in the master data settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KO03: Display Internal Order
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KO01: Create Internal Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on cost center and internal order management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GA074 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.