How To Fix GJV_OCF047 - Record is skiped. Cost center is suspended

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJV_OCF - OCF

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Record is skiped. Cost center is suspended

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJV_OCF047 - Record is skiped. Cost center is suspended ?

  The SAP error message GJV_OCF047, which states "Record is skipped. Cost center is suspended," typically occurs in the context of financial postings or transactions involving cost centers. This error indicates that the cost center you are trying to use in your transaction is currently suspended, meaning it cannot be used for postings until the issue is resolved.
  Cause:
  
  
  Suspended Cost Center: The primary cause of this error is that the cost center you are trying to post to has been marked as suspended in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The cost center is no longer active.
  The cost center has been flagged for closure or is in a status that prevents postings.
  The cost center is part of a project or organizational change that has not been finalized.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling (CO) module that affect the status of cost centers.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and enter the cost center in question.
  Check the status of the cost center. If it is marked as suspended, you will need to determine why it is suspended.
  
  
  
  Reactivate Cost Center:
  
  If the cost center should be active, you may need to reactivate it. This can typically be done using transaction code KS02 (Change Cost Center).
  Ensure that the cost center is set to an active status and that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure why the cost center is suspended or if it should remain suspended, consult with your finance or controlling team. They may have insights into organizational changes or policies affecting the cost center.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Periods:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open for the cost center. Sometimes, cost centers may be suspended for specific periods, and you may need to adjust the posting period.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Transactions:
  
  If the cost center is part of a larger project or organizational change, check for any related transactions or processes that may be affecting its status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KSB1: Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Hierarchy
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing cost centers and understanding their statuses.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.