How To Fix GG238 - As well as sender table COIOB, COIOP is also valid

GG238 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 238

• Message text: As well as sender table COIOB, COIOP is also valid

What causes this issue?

If you have selected table COIOB as sender table in the CO area, you can
also transfer fields from table COIOP. As well as the fields in table
COIOB, table COIOP also contains the partner information (e.g. partner
cost center).

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG238 - As well as sender table COIOB, COIOP is also valid ?

  The SAP error message GG238 typically relates to issues with the integration of the Controlling (CO) module and the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with cost objects and their associated postings. The error message indicates that there is a problem with the data being processed, often due to inconsistencies or missing information in the relevant tables.
  Cause of Error GG238
  
  Missing or Inconsistent Data: The error may occur if there are missing entries in the sender tables (like COIOB and COIOP) that are required for the posting.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area or the cost object settings.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the cost object.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Sender Tables: Verify the entries in the sender tables COIOB (for internal orders) and