How To Fix GA604 - No clear receiver defined in cycle & , start date & , segment & .

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 604

• Message text: No clear receiver defined in cycle & , start date & , segment & .

What causes this issue?

In cycle &V1&, starting date &V2& you made a non-specific entry in
segment &V3& for the receivers in field &V4&. Field &V4& is defined
with a range for both the receiver and the reference bases. It is thus
not possible to specifically assign the reference bases to a receiver.

System Response

Processing cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the receiver in segment &V3& with reference to
field &v4&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA604 - No clear receiver defined in cycle & , start date & , segment & . ?

  The SAP error message GA604 indicates that there is no clear receiver defined in a cycle for a given start date and segment. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or profit centers.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Receiver Assignment: The most common cause of this error is that the system cannot find a valid receiver for the specified cycle. This could be due to:
  
  The receiver (cost center, internal order, etc.) not being defined in the cycle.
  The receiver being inactive or not available for the specified period.
  Incorrect configuration of the allocation cycle.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Cycle Configuration: The cycle may not be properly set up, leading to the system being unable to determine where to allocate costs.
  
  
  Date Issues: The start date specified may not align with the periods defined in the cycle, leading to a situation where no valid receiver can be found.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cycle Configuration:
  
  Go to the cycle definition in the SAP system (Transaction code: KSV5 for cycles).
  Ensure that the receiver is correctly defined in the cycle.
  Verify that the cycle is active and that the receiver is valid for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Review Receiver Assignment:
  
  Check if the receiver (cost center, internal order, etc.) is correctly assigned and active.
  Ensure that the receiver exists in the system and is not marked for deletion or inactive.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  Verify the start date and ensure it falls within the valid periods for the cycle.
  If necessary, adjust the start date or the cycle configuration to align with the intended allocation periods.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like KSV1 (for cycles) to check for any inconsistencies in the configuration.
  You can also run reports to identify any missing assignments or configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific cycle and allocation process to ensure all steps are followed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KSV5: Display Allocation Cycle
  KSV1: Create Allocation Cycle
  KSV2: Change Allocation Cycle
  KOB1: Display Actual Line Items for Orders
  KOB2: Display Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the allocation cycles and related objects.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GA604 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.