How To Fix GA202 - Enter either an assessment cost element or an allocation structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Enter either an assessment cost element or an allocation structure

What causes this issue?

You are in segment maintenance of a cycle and have entered
<ZH>neither</> an assessment cost element, <ZH>nor</> an allocation
strcuture or you have entered
an assessment cost element <ZH>and</> an allocation structure or
(if you are in Profit Center Accounting or in the Special Purpose
Ledgers) you have <zh>not</> entered an assessment cost element.

System Response

As you must always enter just one of these fields, the system stops the
processing until you have filled just one field.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid value under either "Assessment Cost Element" or
"Allocation Structure".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA202 - Enter either an assessment cost element or an allocation structure ?

  The SAP error message GA202, which states "Enter either an assessment cost element or an allocation structure," typically occurs in the context of cost allocation processes, particularly when dealing with assessments in controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that the system requires either an assessment cost element or an allocation structure to proceed with the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assessment Cost Element: The assessment cost element is not specified in the transaction. This cost element is necessary for the system to know how to allocate costs.
  Missing Allocation Structure: The allocation structure, which defines how costs are to be allocated among different cost centers or internal orders, is not provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the cost element settings that prevent the system from recognizing the necessary parameters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GA202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Ensure that you are entering the correct transaction and that you have filled in all required fields. Specifically, check if you have entered either an assessment cost element or an allocation structure.
  
  
  Enter Assessment Cost Element:
  
  If you are using an assessment, make sure to enter a valid assessment cost element in the relevant field.
  You can find the assessment cost elements in the SAP system by navigating to the cost element master data.
  
  
  
  Define Allocation Structure:
  
  If you are using an allocation structure, ensure that it is defined correctly in the system.
  You can define or check the allocation structure in the SAP configuration under the controlling module (transaction code OKB9).
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the controlling area. Ensure that the necessary settings for assessment and allocation are properly configured.
  You can access the configuration settings through the SPRO transaction and navigate to the controlling section.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct cost element or allocation structure to use, consult your internal documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKB9 (Define Allocation Structure) and KA01 (Create Cost Element) for managing cost elements and allocation structures.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify cost elements and allocation structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GA202 error and proceed with your cost allocation tasks in SAP.