How To Fix GA445 - Field RVERS may only be used for plan values (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Field RVERS may only be used for plan values (&1)

What causes this issue?

While checking the allocation field usage, the system found invalid use
of the field RVERS in the segment &V1&. The field may only be used as
follows:
In the sender values only with the rule "Posted Amounts" and the "Source
Plan Values"
In the tracing factor only with the rule "Variable Portions" and a
portion type for plan values

System Response

Assessment/distribution may not function properly.

How to fix this error?

Please remove the usage of the field RVERS in the segment indicated:
To show the field, you need to do the following, where necessary:
Configure the rule "Posted Amounts" and select the "Source Plan Values"
in the sender values
Configure the rule "Variable Portions" and a portion type for plan
values in the tracing factor
Then, delete the values for the field RVERS in the sender values and in
the tracing factor if the field may not be used there. Then reconfigure
the original values for rules, source, and portion type.
For more information, see SAP Note 2511303.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA445 - Field RVERS may only be used for plan values (&1) ?

  The SAP error message GA445 indicates that the field RVERS (which is typically used for the reversal indicator in the context of financial postings) is being used incorrectly in a situation where it is only allowed for plan values. This error usually arises in the context of financial planning or budgeting processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to enter or process actual values instead of plan values in a context where the RVERS field is not applicable.
  The system is expecting a specific type of data (plan values) but is receiving data that does not conform to this expectation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GA445 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Entry: Ensure that you are entering data in the correct context. If you are working with actual values, make sure that the RVERS field is not being populated or is being used correctly.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are working with a custom program or transaction, check the configuration settings related to the financial planning module. Ensure that the RVERS field is only being used where it is intended (i.e., for plan values).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are using. This can provide insights into the correct usage of the RVERS field.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Sometimes, user roles and authorizations can restrict certain actions. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the action you are attempting.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial planning, such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or other planning-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates to the system that could resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GA445 error and implement a suitable solution.