How To Fix GPD074 - Status does not allow cost distribution: &1

GPD074 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPD - Pegging & Distribution

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Status does not allow cost distribution: &1

What causes this issue?

The object status does not permit cost postings. Examples of such
statuses are 'opened' and 'completed'.

System Response

The affected objects are excluded from processing.

How to fix this error?

Check the object statuses.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPD074 - Status does not allow cost distribution: &1 ?

  The SAP error message GPD074, which states "Status does not allow cost distribution: &1," typically occurs in the context of project management and cost distribution in SAP. This error indicates that the status of a project or a specific project element does not permit the distribution of costs. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Project Status: The project or WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) element may be in a status that does not allow for cost distribution. For example, if the project is closed or in a status that restricts further financial transactions, you will encounter this error.
  Cost Element Status: The cost elements associated with the project may also have restrictions based on their status.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform cost distribution on the project.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the project system may restrict cost distribution based on certain