How To Fix GJ828 - Enter only one cost object per equity type. Project, Cost Center or Order

GJ828 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 828

• Message text: Enter only one cost object per equity type. Project, Cost Center or Order

What causes this issue?

More than one cost object (Project, Cost Center or Order) were
maintained for one equity type. Only one cost object per equity type can
be entered for the expenditure line.

System Response

Processing cannot continue until only one cost object is entered.

How to fix this error?

Maintain only a valid cost center or a project or an order. Do not enter
more than one cost object per line.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ828 - Enter only one cost object per equity type. Project, Cost Center or Order ?

  The SAP error message GJ828, which states "Enter only one cost object per equity type. Project, Cost Center or Order," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or transactions where multiple cost objects are being assigned to a single equity type. This error is common in scenarios involving project accounting, cost accounting, or internal orders.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to assign more than one cost object (such as a project, cost center, or internal order) to a single equity type in a transaction. SAP requires that each equity type can only be associated with one cost object to maintain the integrity of financial reporting and cost tracking.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Review the Transaction: Check the transaction or document you are trying to post. Identify the equity type and the cost objects that have been assigned.
  
  
  Limit to One Cost Object: Ensure that you are