How To Fix IAOM012 - No controlling type could be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IAOM - Account Assignment Manager Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No controlling type could be determined

What causes this issue?

No entry could be found for the characteristics combination of the
external object (&V1&).

System Response

The object cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

Enter the Controlling type for the characteristics combination in the
rules for determining the CO scenario.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IAOM012 - No controlling type could be determined ?

  The SAP error message IAOM012: No controlling type could be determined typically occurs in the context of internal orders or controlling (CO) module transactions. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the controlling type for an internal order or cost object, which is necessary for processing transactions related to that order.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The controlling area or internal order type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Order Type: The internal order type being used may not be assigned to a controlling area or may not have the necessary settings.
  Master Data Issues: The internal order may not have been created correctly, or the master data associated with it may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area or internal order type.
  System Settings: There may be issues with the system settings or parameters that affect how controlling types are determined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area and internal order types in the SAP system. Ensure that the internal order type is correctly assigned to the controlling area.
  Use transaction code OKA0 to check the controlling area settings and KOT2 for internal order types.
  
  
  
  Verify Internal Order Master Data:
  
  Check the internal order master data to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Use transaction code KO03 to display the internal order and verify its settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the internal order and controlling area. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for internal orders and controlling to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed in the configuration and usage of internal orders.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KO03: Display Internal Order
  OKA0: Maintain Controlling Area
  KOT2: Maintain Order Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on internal orders and controlling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.