How To Fix GA616 - System error: Assessment CElem incorrectly defined in T811I

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 616

• Message text: System error: Assessment CElem incorrectly defined in T811I

What causes this issue?

An assessment cost element (field type A) should be defined as the key
field in control table T811I. This is not the case here.

System Response

Processing cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator. Under no circumstances should you
make changes to table T811I yourself.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA616 - System error: Assessment CElem incorrectly defined in T811I ?

  The SAP error message GA616, which states "System error: Assessment CElem incorrectly defined in T811I," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with assessments or allocations. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the assessment cycle or the characteristics of the assessment element in the T811I table.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The assessment cycle or the characteristics of the assessment element (CElem) may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the T811I table, which stores the definitions for assessment cycles.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the assessment cycle or the characteristics being used.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there might be issues with the transport that led to incomplete or incorrect definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check T811I Table: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to view the T811I table and check if the assessment element (CElem) is correctly defined. Ensure that all necessary entries are present.
  Review Assessment Cycle Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the assessment cycle (transaction OKO7) and verify that all settings are correct. Ensure that the assessment element is properly defined and linked to the correct cost centers or internal orders.
  Consistency Check: Run a consistency check for the assessment cycle to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done through transaction KSV1 or KSV2.
  Recreate the Assessment Cycle: If the configuration appears to be incorrect or corrupted, consider recreating the assessment cycle from scratch.
  Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKO7: Configuration of assessment cycles.
  KSV1/KSV2: Display and change assessment cycles.
  SE11/SE16: Data dictionary and table display.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the GA616 error in your SAP system.