How To Fix GP714 - Cost element & is blocked for cost center & by the detail planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Cost element & is blocked for cost center & by the detail planning

What causes this issue?

The value of cost element &v1& was already determined for cost center
&v2& in curreny &v3& using detailed planning. A change with the data
transfer is only possible if it is completed by importing or copying a
different detailed planning.

System Response

The planned record to be transferred is entered in the error log.

How to fix this error?

If this message appeared during revaluation, note the following:
Planned values that are created by the detailed planning cannot be
revaluated by the revaluation program; they remain unchanged. Since the
detailed planning also works at the year level, you receive this error
message if you have not selected all periods for revaluation.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you want to allow the detailed planning to be overwritten by the
normal planning, you can change the type of message in Customizing
using <DS:TRAN.OBA5>transaction OBA5</>.
To do so, proceed as follows:
Enter "GP" as the application area.
For message "714", entere the desired message type for dialog
processing. Use the following codes:
Code 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.

Only with type E (standard setting) is the block actually in place.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP714 - Cost element & is blocked for cost center & by the detail planning ?

  The SAP error message GP714 indicates that a specific cost element is blocked for a particular cost center due to detailed planning. This typically occurs in the context of controlling and financial planning within SAP, particularly when dealing with cost centers and cost elements in the Controlling (CO) module.
  Cause:
  
  Blocking Configuration: The cost element may be configured to be blocked for certain cost centers in the system settings. This can happen if the cost element is not intended to be used for that cost center.
  Planning Version: The error may arise if the planning version being used is not allowed for the specified cost element and cost center combination.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the use of the cost element for the specified cost center.
  Master Data Issues: The cost element or cost center may not be properly set up in the master data, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Element Configuration: Review the configuration of the cost element in the SAP system. Ensure that it is not blocked for the specific cost center in question.
  
  Transaction Code: OKB9 (for cost element settings)
  
  
  Review Planning Versions: Ensure that the planning version you are using allows for the cost element and cost center combination. You can check this in the planning settings.
  
  Transaction Code: KP06 (for cost center planning)
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the cost element for the specified cost center. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Master Data Review: Ensure that both the cost element and cost center are correctly set up in the master data. Check for any inconsistencies or missing configurations.
  
  Transaction Codes: KS01 (for cost center), KA01 (for cost element)
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cost Elements: These are used to categorize costs in the SAP system. They can be primary (directly related to costs) or secondary (used for internal allocations).
  Cost Centers: These are organizational units within a company that incur costs. They are used for tracking and controlling costs.
  Planning in SAP: SAP allows for various types of planning (e.g., detailed planning, budget planning) which can be affected by the configuration of cost elements and cost centers.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling (CO) for more in-depth troubleshooting.