How To Fix GM050 - Cost center & is not completely maintained

GM050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Cost center & is not completely maintained

What causes this issue?

Cost center &V1& is maintained only by means of raw entry, but not
completely. For the period(s) &V2&, the cost center is not created
completely.

System Response

Only cost centers that are created completely can be used.

How to fix this error?

Complete the cost center &V1& using the function "Change Cost Center"
for the period(s) &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GM050 - Details

• The SAP error message GM050, which states "Cost center & is not completely maintained," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with budget management and commitment accounting. This error indicates that the specified cost center is not fully configured or lacks necessary data for the system to process transactions related to it.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Master Data: The cost center may not have been fully set up in the system. This includes missing fields or configurations that are required for the cost center to function properly.
  Missing Validity Dates: The cost center may not have valid start and end dates, or the dates may not align with the fiscal year or period being processed.
  Missing Assignment: The cost center may not be assigned to the appropriate controlling area or may not be linked to the necessary organizational units.
  Budgeting Configuration: If the cost center is part of a budget,