How To Fix GS099 - CO groups cannot be created.

GS099 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 099

• Message text: CO groups cannot be created.

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to create a CO group using set maintenance.
This is not permitted.

System Response

The CO group is not created.

How to fix this error?

To create CO groups, use the hierarchy maintenance for the group in
Controlling.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS099 - CO groups cannot be created. ?

  The SAP error message GS099, which states "CO groups cannot be created," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module when there is an attempt to create a CO group that is not allowed due to certain restrictions or configurations in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that the creation of CO groups is restricted. This could be due to settings in the controlling area or organizational structure.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the CO group may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to perform this action.
  System Status: The system may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being in a closed period or having certain settings that prevent modifications.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the creation of new groups, such as missing master data or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review