How To Fix GM036 - Cost element & is not supported in all periods

GM036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Cost element & is not supported in all periods

What causes this issue?

The cost type &V1& is to be planned or posted. However, it does not
exist in the following periods: &V2&.

System Response

The cost type cannot be used in this transaction or in the specified
periods.

How to fix this error?

Extend the validity period of the cost type &V1&, or
Shorten the planning or posting period such that this period lies within
the validity period of cost type &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM036 - Cost element & is not supported in all periods ?

  The SAP error message GM036, which states "Cost element & is not supported in all periods," typically occurs in the context of budget management and controlling within SAP. This error indicates that the specified cost element is not valid for the entire period being processed, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Cost Element Configuration: The cost element may not be configured to be valid for the entire fiscal year or the specific periods you are trying to use it in. This can happen if the cost element is set up with specific validity periods.
  
  
  Budgeting Settings: The budget settings for the cost element may restrict its use in certain periods. For example, if a budget is only allocated for specific months, trying to post to that cost element outside of those months will trigger this error.
  
  
  Period Locking: If the periods are locked for posting in the controlling area or if the fiscal