How To Fix GA902 - 'Optimized cumulation' is only possible with activated 'cumulation'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 902

• Message text: 'Optimized cumulation' is only possible with activated 'cumulation'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA902 - 'Optimized cumulation' is only possible with activated 'cumulation' ?

  The SAP error message GA902 indicates that the system is trying to perform an optimized cumulation process, but the necessary settings for cumulation are not activated. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with the management of costs and revenues.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The cumulation feature is not activated in the system settings.
  The system is attempting to execute a process that requires cumulation, but the prerequisite settings are not in place.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GA902 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate Cumulation:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant area for the controlling module (e.g., CO-OM for Order Management).
  Look for the settings related to cumulation and ensure that the cumulation feature is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the necessary configuration for optimized cumulation is correctly set up.
  Verify that all related settings, such as the cumulation period and the relevant characteristics, are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on how to activate cumulation and any prerequisites that may be required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to configuration in the CO module, such as OKEQ (for maintaining the settings for cost element planning).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GA902 error and successfully perform the optimized cumulation process in SAP.