How To Fix GM024 - Secondary cost element & is not supported in primary cost planning.

GM024 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Secondary cost element & is not supported in primary cost planning.

What causes this issue?

Cost element &V1& is an indirect cost element. Indirect cost elements
are special cost elements that are used for internal cost allocations.
These cost elements are therefore not taken into account within primary
cost planning.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM024 - Secondary cost element & is not supported in primary cost planning. ?

  The SAP error message GM024 indicates that a secondary cost element is being used in a context where only primary cost elements are allowed, specifically in primary cost planning. This error typically arises in the context of controlling and cost planning within SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost elements and planning scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Cost Element Type: The error occurs when a secondary cost element (used for allocations, assessments, or distributions) is mistakenly included in a primary cost planning scenario. Primary cost elements are used to record costs directly incurred by an organization, while secondary cost elements are used for internal cost allocations.
  
  
  Planning Layout Configuration: The planning layout or version may not be configured correctly to allow for the use of secondary cost elements.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently select a secondary cost element when entering data for primary cost planning.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Element Type: Verify that the cost element