How To Fix GP561 - Combination &/& can no longer be taken into account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 561

• Message text: Combination &/& can no longer be taken into account

What causes this issue?

Within activity type planning, only 330 combinations of cost centers/
activity types can be planned simultaneuosly.
This number of combinations is currently available for use. Therefore,
additional combinations are not allowed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP561 - Combination &/& can no longer be taken into account ?

  The SAP error message GP561 ("Combination &/& can no longer be taken into account") typically occurs in the context of SAP's General Ledger (GL) or Financial Accounting (FI) modules, particularly when dealing with document postings or adjustments. This error indicates that a specific combination of account and other parameters (like cost center, profit center, etc.) is no longer valid for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Account Closure: The account you are trying to post to may have been closed or marked as inactive.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further postings to that period.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the account or related settings (like cost centers or profit centers) may have rendered the combination invalid.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on the accounts or combinations that can be used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified account or combination.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Status: Verify if the account is active and not closed. You can do this by checking the account master data.
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute. You can check this in the period control settings.
  Review Configuration: Look into the configuration settings for the account, cost center, or profit center to ensure they are correctly set up and valid for the transaction.
  Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type you are using to ensure it allows postings to the specified account.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FS00 (to view/change GL account master data) or OB52 (to manage posting periods) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial postings and error handling for more context on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GP561 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.