How To Fix GM047 - Revenue element & is not supported in assessment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Revenue element & is not supported in assessment

What causes this issue?

Cost element &V1& is a revenue element. You cannot assess this type of
revenue element in assessment using a revenue cost element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM047 - Revenue element & is not supported in assessment ?

  The SAP error message GM047 ("Revenue element & is not supported in assessment") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with the assessment of costs and revenues in the context of the Grants Management (GM) module. This error indicates that the revenue element you are trying to use in an assessment process is not valid or not configured correctly for that purpose.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Revenue Element: The revenue element you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be set up to be used in assessments.
  Configuration Issues: The revenue element may not be assigned to the correct category or may not have the necessary settings to be included in the assessment process.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the revenue element, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Revenue Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for revenue elements in SAP (Transaction Code: OKB9 or similar).
  Ensure that the revenue element is correctly defined and is set up to be used in assessments.
  
  
  
  Review Assessment Cycle:
  
  Check the assessment cycle configuration (Transaction Code: KSU1 or KSU2) to ensure that the revenue element is included in the cycle and is properly assigned to the correct cost centers or internal orders.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Verify the master data for the revenue element to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Grants Management and Controlling to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for assessments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test assessment to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance, as they may have more specific insights based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSU1 (Create Assessment Cycle), KSU2 (Change Assessment Cycle), and OKB9 (Define Revenue Elements).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error GM047 for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the assessment process are trained on the correct procedures and understand the configuration of revenue elements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GM047 error and implement a solution to resolve it.