How To Fix GPD038 - CO version 0 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPD - Pegging & Distribution

• Message number: 038

• Message text: CO version 0 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You want to use the CO version 0 for valuated project stock. However,
this is the CO version for unvaluated stock.

System Response

The operation cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Choose a CO version not equal to 0.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPD038 - CO version 0 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message GPD038, which states "CO version 0 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with planning versions in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other planning-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Planning Version: The error indicates that the system is trying to access or use a planning version that is not valid or not allowed. In SAP, planning versions are used to differentiate between different sets of planning data (e.g., actuals, forecasts, budgets).
  Version Configuration: Version 0 is often reserved for actual data and may not be configured for planning purposes. If a user attempts to execute a planning transaction using version 0, the system will throw this error.
  User Authorization: There may be restrictions based on user roles or authorizations that prevent access to certain planning versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Version: Ensure that you are using a valid planning version. Instead of version 0, use a version that is configured for planning (e.g., version 1, 2, etc.).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for planning versions. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and checking the settings for planning versions.
  Transaction Code: If you are using a specific transaction code (like KP06, KP07, etc.), ensure that you are selecting the correct version in the selection screen.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required planning version. If not, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the roles accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on planning versions and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for GPD038 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for planning in CO, such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP07 (Cost Center Planning - Change), and others.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP CO planning to better understand how planning versions work and how to configure them properly.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Controlling module.