How To Fix GP051 - Problems while assigning a CO object to a controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Problems while assigning a CO object to a controlling area

What causes this issue?

While attempting to assign a controlling area to CO object number &V1&,
errors occurred. It may be that the object belongs to controlling area
&V2&.

How to fix this error?

Check the master data of the object.,,

Procedure for System Administrators

You can explicitly control this message in Customizing under
Controlling -> General Controlling ->
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OBA5>Change Message Control</>.
To do this, proceed as follows:
Enter "GP" as the application area
Enter the desired message type for message "051" to be used in online
processing.
To do this, use the following abbreviation
Abbreviation,,Message type,,,,
E =,,Error message,,
I =,,Information message
W =,,Warning,,
- =,,No message,,

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 GP051 - Problems while assigning a CO object to a controlling area ?

  The SAP error message GP051 indicates that there are problems while assigning a Controlling (CO) object to a controlling area. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) module when there are inconsistencies or issues with the configuration or data related to the controlling area or the CO object.
  Causes of Error GP051
  
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured to accept the CO object. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  Object Type Mismatch: The CO object you are trying to assign may not be compatible with the controlling area. For example, if you are trying to assign a cost center to a controlling area that does not allow cost centers.
  
  
  Inactive CO Object: The CO object you are trying to assign may be inactive or not created properly in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the CO object or the controlling area, such as missing or incorrect master data.
  
  
  Solutions to Error GP051
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the controlling area and ensure that it is set up correctly to accept the CO object. This includes checking the settings for the type of CO object you are trying to assign.
  
  
  Verify Object Compatibility: Ensure that the CO object you are trying to assign is compatible with the controlling area. For example, if you are assigning a cost center, make sure that the controlling area is set up to handle cost centers.
  
  
  Activate CO Object: If the CO object is inactive, activate it in the system. This may involve creating or modifying the object in the relevant transaction (e.g., KS01 for cost centers).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the master data related to the CO object or controlling area. This may involve using transaction codes like KAH3 (for cost centers) or KSB1 (for cost center reports) to review the data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  OKKP: Maintain Controlling Area
  KSH1: Create Cost Center Group
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to error GP051. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the GP051 error in SAP.