How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_RELOC_CHK266 - CO data is not intended to be available in distributed systems

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_RELOC_CHK -

• Message number: 266

• Message text: CO data is not intended to be available in distributed systems

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_RELOC_CHK266 - CO data is not intended to be available in distributed systems ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_RELOC_CHK266 indicates that the cost object (CO) data is not intended to be available in distributed systems. This typically occurs in scenarios where you are trying to access or process cost object data in a distributed environment, such as when using SAP's Distributed Systems or when integrating with other systems.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The cost object may not be configured to be available in a distributed environment. This can happen if the settings in the controlling area or the cost object itself do not allow for distribution.
  Data Availability: The specific cost object may not have been set up to be replicated or shared across different systems or clients.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing access to the cost object data in the distributed system.
  System Settings: The system settings for the distributed environment may not be correctly configured to allow for the sharing of CO data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the controlling area and the specific cost object. Ensure that they are set up to allow for distributed access.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for controlling area and cost objects.
  
  
  
  Data Replication: If the cost object needs to be available in a distributed system, ensure that it is properly replicated. This may involve setting up the necessary replication settings in the SAP system.
  
  Use transaction codes like COKA or COSS to check the status of cost objects and their availability.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost object data in the distributed system. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to distributed systems and CO data availability. There may be specific notes or guidelines provided by SAP that address this issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to controlling and cost object management, such as COKA, COSS, KSB1, etc.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for distributed systems and controlling area settings to understand the implications of CO data availability.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.