How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO044 - Royalty calculation type is not allowed for non royalty type

GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Royalty calculation type is not allowed for non royalty type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO044 - Royalty calculation type is not allowed for non royalty type ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO044 indicates that there is an issue with the royalty calculation type being used in a context where it is not permitted. This typically occurs in the context of managing ownership and royalty calculations in SAP systems, particularly in modules related to financials, royalties, or contract management.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A royalty calculation type is being applied to a transaction or document that is not classified as a royalty type.
  The configuration settings in the system do not allow the specified royalty calculation type for the current context (e.g., a non-royalty contract or transaction).
  There may be a mismatch between the expected data types or categories in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction or document you are working with is indeed meant to handle royalties. If it is not, you may need to change the calculation type