How To Fix GA901 - Choose the 'Receiver Tracing Factor' title element after changing object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 901

• Message text: Choose the 'Receiver Tracing Factor' title element after changing object

What causes this issue?

You have deleted receivers in a segment with fixed receiver rule,
without re-entering the receiver tracing factor.

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

System Response

In this case you may experience errors when you execute the cycle.

How to fix this error?

Press the title element 'Receiver Tracing Factor' in the segment
concerned, and check the values. Only save the cycle if you were in the
receiver tracing factor screen following deletion of a receiver.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA901 - Choose the 'Receiver Tracing Factor' title element after changing object ?

  The SAP error message GA901, which states "Choose the 'Receiver Tracing Factor' title element after changing object," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module. This error is related to the configuration of the receiver tracing factor, which is used to determine how costs and revenues are allocated in profitability analysis.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when:
  
  You have made changes to the configuration of the receiver tracing factor or related objects in the CO-PA settings.
  The system requires you to select a specific title element for the receiver tracing factor after making these changes.
  The necessary settings or selections have not been made, leading to the error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GA901 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for CO-PA. This can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based or Costing-Based -> Define Receiver Tracing Factors.
  
  
  
  
  
  Select the Receiver Tracing Factor:
  
  After making any changes to the receiver tracing factors, ensure that you select the appropriate title element for the receiver tracing factor. This is usually done in the configuration screen where you define the tracing factors.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependencies and related settings are correctly configured. Sometimes, other related settings may need to be adjusted to accommodate the changes made.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary selections and adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Run a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the profitability analysis is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring receiver tracing factors in CO-PA.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE4S (for account-based CO-PA) or KE30 (for reporting) to help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to the GA901 error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.