How To Fix J3229 - Position generation control different in position and costing rule

J3229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Position generation control different in position and costing rule

What causes this issue?

Costing rule '&V1&' and the position both have different controls for
position generation.

System Response

The financial object is inconsistent and cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Assign a costing rule to the financial object in the profitability
analysis part. The costing rule must have the same control for position
generation as the corresponding position.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3229 - Position generation control different in position and costing rule ?

  The SAP error message J3229, which states "Position generation control different in position and costing rule," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or cost centers. This error indicates a mismatch between the position generation control settings in the position and the costing rule associated with it.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises due to discrepancies in the configuration settings for position generation control. Specifically, it can occur when:
  
  Inconsistent Settings: The position generation control settings in the position master data do not match those defined in the costing rule.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the controlling area or the settings for the specific order type or project type.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of positions or costing rules can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the J3229 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Position Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the