How To Fix GM030 - Revenue element & is not supported in primary cost distribution

GM030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Revenue element & is not supported in primary cost distribution

What causes this issue?

Cost element &V1& is a revenue element. You cannot distribute this
type of revenue element in primary cost distribution.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM030 - Revenue element & is not supported in primary cost distribution ?

  The SAP error message GM030, which states "Revenue element & is not supported in primary cost distribution," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost distribution processes in the context of Grants Management (GM) or Project Systems (PS). This error indicates that the system is trying to distribute costs using a revenue element that is not allowed for primary cost distribution.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Revenue Element Configuration: The revenue element in question may not be configured correctly in the system. In SAP, revenue elements are used to represent income, and they are not typically used in primary cost distribution processes.
  
  
  Cost Distribution Settings: The settings for cost distribution may not allow for the use of revenue elements. Primary cost distribution usually involves cost elements that are classified as primary costs (e.g., expenses) rather than revenue.
  
  
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support revenue elements for