How To Fix GP594 - Revenues are not supported on cost centers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 594

• Message text: Revenues are not supported on cost centers

What causes this issue?

You have tried to plan revenues on cost centers. This is no longer
allowed as of release 2.1.

System Response

The system cancels processing.

How to fix this error?

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 GP594 - Revenues are not supported on cost centers ?

  The SAP error message GP594, which states "Revenues are not supported on cost centers," typically occurs when there is an attempt to post revenue-related transactions to a cost center. In SAP, cost centers are primarily used for tracking costs and expenses, while revenues are generally associated with profit centers or internal orders.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The transaction is trying to post revenue to a cost center instead of a profit center or another appropriate account.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured to allow revenue postings to the specified cost center.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may not be compatible with cost centers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Account Assignment: Ensure that the account assignment for the transaction is correct. If you are trying to post revenue, it should be assigned to a profit center or another appropriate object that supports revenue postings.
  
  
  Use Profit Centers: If you need to track revenues, consider using profit centers instead of cost centers. Profit centers are designed to handle both costs and revenues.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP for cost centers and profit centers. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's financial reporting requirements.
  
  
  Transaction Type Review: Verify that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the type of posting you are attempting. If it is a revenue transaction, ensure it is set up to post to a profit center.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on how to handle revenue postings in your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in modules like Controlling (CO) and Financial Accounting (FI).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) and KE5Z (Profit Center: Actual Line Items) to analyze postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the GP594 error and ensure proper handling of revenue transactions in your SAP system.