How To Fix GP702 - You cannot plan cost element & on cost center & manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 702

• Message text: You cannot plan cost element & on cost center & manually

What causes this issue?

The value of cost element &v1& has already been determined in cost
center &v2& using detailed planning. It is only possible to make
changes using data transfer if the data transfer is performed by
importing or copying another detailed planning session.

System Response

The planning record to be transferred is written to the error log.

How to fix this error?

If this message appears during revaluation, not the following: Plan
values that are created by detailed planning cannot be revaluated and
therefore remain unchanged. As detailed planning works on a
year-by-year basis, this error message will appear if you have not
selected all periods in a year for revaluation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP702 - You cannot plan cost element & on cost center & manually ?

  The SAP error message GP702 indicates that you cannot manually plan costs for a specific cost element on a cost center. This error typically arises due to configuration settings or restrictions in the planning process within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Type Restrictions: The planning type you are using may not allow manual planning for the specified cost element on the cost center.
  Cost Element Settings: The cost element may be configured in such a way that it does not permit manual planning.
  Cost Center Status: The cost center may be in a status that does not allow planning (e.g., it may be closed or inactive).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform manual planning for that cost element on the cost center.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not be set up to allow manual entries for that cost element.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Type: Verify the planning type you are using and ensure it allows manual planning for the specified cost element and cost center.
  Review Cost Element Configuration: Check the configuration of the cost element in the SAP system to ensure it is set up for manual planning.
  Cost Center Status: Ensure that the cost center is active and not in a closed status. You can check this in the cost center master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform manual planning. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Planning Version Settings: Review the settings for the planning version to ensure it allows manual entries for the cost element in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or KP01 (Create Cost Center) to check or modify planning settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on planning types, cost elements, and cost center configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling (CO) to further investigate the problem.