How To Fix GC249 - Subgroup & blocked: activity not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Subgroup & blocked: activity not allowed

What causes this issue?

The required activity is not allowed as long as the subgroup is
blocked.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Consequently, the subgroup block must be explicitly cancelled for
subsequent actions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC249 - Subgroup & blocked: activity not allowed ?

  The SAP error message GC249 "Subgroup & blocked: activity not allowed" typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when a user attempts to perform an action on a cost center, internal order, or another controlling object that has been blocked or restricted.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Subgroup: The subgroup associated with the cost center or internal order is blocked for certain activities. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The subgroup is set to "blocked" in the configuration.
  The cost center or internal order is in a status that does not allow further postings or activities.
  The user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the blocked subgroup.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the controlling area or the specific subgroup may have been configured to restrict certain activities.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may lack the necessary permissions to perform the action on the specified subgroup.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Subgroup Status: 
  
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