How To Fix IAOM_CPROJECTS014 - Controlling method '&1': Switch to manual assignment is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IAOM_CPROJECTS - Cost and Revenue Controlling for cProjects

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Controlling method '&1': Switch to manual assignment is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IAOM_CPROJECTS014 - Controlling method '&1': Switch to manual assignment is not supported ?

  The SAP error message IAOM_CPROJECTS014 indicates that there is an issue with the controlling method in the context of project management. Specifically, the error states that the "Switch to manual assignment is not supported" for the specified controlling method.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when you are trying to change the assignment method for a project or a project-related object to manual assignment, but the controlling method you are using does not support this feature. The controlling method defines how costs and revenues are managed and reported in the project, and certain methods may have restrictions on how assignments can be made.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Controlling Method: Review the controlling method that is currently assigned to the project. You can do this by navigating to the project definition in SAP and checking the settings related to controlling.
  
  
  Change the Assignment Method: If the current controlling method