How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO147 - Enter Calculation Method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO -

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Enter Calculation Method

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO147 - Enter Calculation Method ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO147, which prompts the user to "Enter Calculation Method," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) module, particularly when dealing with ownership and calculation methods for certain business objects.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A required field for the calculation method is not filled in or is left blank.
  The system expects a specific calculation method to be defined for the business object you are working with, but it has not been provided.
  There may be configuration issues or missing settings in the GRC module that prevent the calculation method from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields, especially the calculation method field, are filled in correctly. Look for any mandatory fields that may be missing.
  
  
  Define Calculation Method:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the GRC module.
  Ensure that a valid calculation method is defined for the business object you are working with. This may involve going to the configuration area and setting up the calculation methods as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Business Object Settings: 
  
  Check the settings for the specific business object you are working with to ensure that it is configured correctly to accept a calculation method.
  Make sure that the ownership and calculation methods are aligned with the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the calculation methods relevant to your business object.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or to enter the required data.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO147.
  GRC Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the GRC module, especially those related to ownership and calculation methods.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation that cover the GRC module and its functionalities to better understand how to manage ownership and calculation methods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.