How To Fix GA137 - No actual price indicator set for sender activity type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 137

• Message text: No actual price indicator set for sender activity type &

What causes this issue?

In actual indirect activity allocation, cost center/activity type
&V2&/&V1& was used as a sender. Because no planning was made for this
sender, however, the actual price indicator in the master data record
for activity type &V1& must be set first.

System Response

The sender above is not a valid sender.

How to fix this error?

Please store the activity type in the master data record with the
actual price indicator activated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA137 - No actual price indicator set for sender activity type & ?

  The SAP error message GA137 "No actual price indicator set for sender activity type &" typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when dealing with internal activity allocation or cost center accounting. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid actual price indicator for the specified sender activity type, which is necessary for processing costs associated with that activity.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The actual price indicator for the specified activity type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Activity Type: The activity type being referenced may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the cost center or internal order may not be properly maintained, leading to the absence of the actual price indicator.
  Period Closing: If the period is closed, it may restrict changes or updates to the actual price indicators.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for activity types in SAP (Transaction code: OAYD).
  Ensure that the actual price indicator is set for the relevant activity type.
  
  
  
  Define Actual Price Indicator:
  
  If the actual price indicator is missing, you can define it by navigating to the appropriate configuration path in SAP.
  Ensure that the actual price indicator is assigned to the activity type in question.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost center or internal order associated with the activity type.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including the actual price indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to activity types and actual price indicators for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Check for Period Closing:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific period, check if the period is closed. If so, you may need to reopen the period or adjust your entries accordingly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OAYD (Activity Type Configuration)
  OKEQ (Cost Center Planning)
  KSU5 (Actual Activity Allocation)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on activity types and cost allocation processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GA137 error and ensure that the actual price indicator is correctly set for the sender activity type.