How To Fix GA727 - Sender base in period & is 0; therefore, no allocation is possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 727

• Message text: Sender base in period & is 0; therefore, no allocation is possible

What causes this issue?

The total base value for sender &V2& in period &V1& is 0. This value is
derived from the total of all receiver allocation bases.

System Response

It is not possble to distribute the sender value because calculating
the receiver values according to the formula
Sender value X Receiver allocation base / Sender base
would terminate the program. The sender is therefore not credited for
period &V1&

How to fix this error?

Check the definitions of the receiver allocation bases. It is possible
that the negative and positive receiver allocation bases have produced
a base of 0. If this is so, you should see if the base values can be
scaled (with the indicator in the maintenance transaction).
Another reason for this could be that none of the receivers in period
&V1& has a allocation base <> 0.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA727 - Sender base in period & is 0; therefore, no allocation is possible ?

  The SAP error message GA727 ("Sender base in period & is 0; therefore, no allocation is possible") typically occurs in the context of cost allocation in SAP Controlling (CO) when trying to perform a distribution or assessment cycle. This error indicates that the sender cost center or internal order does not have any costs (or a zero balance) in the specified period, which prevents the allocation from being executed.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Balance: The sender cost center or internal order has a zero balance for the specified period. This means there are no costs to allocate.
  Incorrect Period: The period specified in the allocation cycle may not have any relevant postings.
  Allocation Configuration: The allocation cycle may not be set up correctly, or the sender/receiver relationships may not be properly defined.
  Timing Issues: The allocation might be attempted before the actual postings have been made for the period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sender Balance: Verify the balance of the sender cost center or internal order for the specified period. You can do this by running reports such as S_ALR_87013611 (Cost Centers: Actual/Plan/Variance) or using transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items).
  
  
  Post Costs: If the sender has a zero balance, ensure that relevant costs are posted to the sender cost center or internal order for the period in question.
  
  
  Review Allocation Cycle: Check the configuration of the allocation cycle in transaction code KSU5 (for distribution) or KSU1 (for assessment). Ensure that the sender and receiver definitions are correct and that the cycle is set up to include the correct periods.
  
  
  Adjust Period: If the allocation is being attempted in the wrong period, adjust the period in the allocation cycle or wait until the correct period is open for posting.
  
  
  Run Allocations After Postings: Ensure that you run the allocation cycles after all relevant postings have been made for the period.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KSU5: Execute Distribution
  KSU1: Execute Assessment
  KSB1: Display Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  S_ALR_87013611: Cost Centers: Actual/Plan/Variance Report
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to allocation cycles or error messages.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on cost allocation processes to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GA727 error and successfully perform the allocation.