How To Fix GA136 - Non-allocatable activity type & is not a valid sender activity type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Non-allocatable activity type & is not a valid sender activity type

What causes this issue?

In the current segment, you used activity type &V1& with category 4
(manual entry, no allocation). However, indirect activity allocation
only uses senders with activity types of category 2 (indirect
calculation and allocation) or category 3 (manual entry, indirect
allocation).

System Response

The system rejects the activity type. The sender is invalid and is not
included in further calculations.

How to fix this error?

Use only activity types of category 2 or category 3 in this segment.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA136 - Non-allocatable activity type & is not a valid sender activity type ?

  The SAP error message GA136, which states "Non-allocatable activity type & is not a valid sender activity type," typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and activity allocation within SAP. This error indicates that the specified activity type is not set up correctly for allocation purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Allocatable Activity Type: The activity type you are trying to use is marked as non-allocatable in the system. This means it cannot be used for allocating costs to other cost objects.
  Configuration Issues: The activity type may not be properly configured in the controlling area or may not be assigned to the correct cost center or internal order.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the activity type may be missing or incomplete.
  Incorrect Sender/Receiver Setup: The sender and receiver relationships may not be correctly defined in the allocation structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for activity types in SAP (Transaction code: OKA0).
  Ensure that the activity type in question is marked as allocatable. If it is not, you may need to change its settings or use a different activity type.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that the activity type is correctly assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  Ensure that all necessary master data is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Check Allocation Structure:
  
  Review the allocation structure to ensure that the sender and receiver relationships are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the sender activity type is included in the allocation structure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring activity types and allocation processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test allocation to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKA0: Activity Type Configuration
  KSU5: Execute Activity Allocation
  KSV5: Display Activity Allocation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to activity types and allocation settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.