How To Fix GM006 - Primary cost planning on order & not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Primary cost planning on order & not supported

What causes this issue?

The status of an order decides which activities are allowed for it. In
addition, you can enter a blocking group which blocks certain
activities for this order individually. An activity may only be
performed for an order if the status allows it and if it does not belong
to the group of blocked activities.

System Response

Primary cost planning is not allowed for order &V1&.

How to fix this error?

To plan the order &V1&, you must set a status that allows the activity
RKP1 ('CO planning costs'), and the order must not be blocked against
this activity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM006 - Primary cost planning on order & not supported ?

  The SAP error message GM006 ("Primary cost planning on order & not supported") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost planning for orders in the context of the Grants Management (GM) module. This error indicates that the system does not support primary cost planning for the specified order type.
  Cause:
  
  Order Type Configuration: The order type you are trying to use may not be configured to allow primary cost planning. This can happen if the order type is set up for a specific purpose that does not include primary cost planning.
  Integration Issues: There may be integration issues between the Grants Management module and the Controlling module, leading to restrictions on how costs can be planned.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters may not allow for primary cost planning on the specific order type you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in the SAP system (Transaction code: OPL8).
  Ensure that the order type is set up to allow primary cost planning. If not, you may need to adjust the configuration or use a different order type that supports this functionality.
  
  
  
  Review Integration Settings:
  
  Check the integration settings between the Grants Management and Controlling modules to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for cost planning are enabled in both modules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the GM006 error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Planning Methods:
  
  If primary cost planning is not supported for the order type, consider using alternative planning methods that are allowed, such as secondary cost planning or using a different order type that supports primary cost planning.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OPL8 (Order Type Configuration), CJ20N (Project Builder), and KPF6 (Cost Planning).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to GM006 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GM006 error and implement a suitable solution.