How To Fix JBA_US_GENERAL104 - Line item Profit center &1 in Cont.area &2 is not related to branch &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBA_US_GENERAL - ALM: General error messages for US analytical banking

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Line item Profit center &1 in Cont.area &2 is not related to branch &3

What causes this issue?

Line item profit center &SYST-MSGV1& in Controlling area &SYST-MSGV2& is
not related to branch &SYST-MSGV3& in company code &SYST-MSGV4&

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Line item profit centers must belong to the branch as defined in the
header for posting within the branch.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Ensure this relationship in <DS:SIMG.FI_GL_MD_BR_PRCTR>Profit centers -
Branch relationship</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JBA_US_GENERAL104 - Line item Profit center &1 in Cont.area &2 is not related to branch &3 ?

  The SAP error message JBA_US_GENERAL104 indicates that there is a mismatch between the profit center and the branch in the context of a specific line item in a controlling area. This error typically arises during the posting of financial transactions, particularly in the context of profit center accounting or when dealing with branch-related transactions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Profit Center Configuration: The profit center specified in the line item is not assigned to the branch indicated in the error message.
  Branch Configuration: The branch may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be linked to the profit center in question.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong profit center or branch is being used.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the profit center or the branch may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Profit Center Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code KE52 (Change Profit Center) or KE53 (Display Profit Center) and verify if the profit center is correctly assigned to the relevant branch.
  Ensure that the profit center is linked to the correct controlling area and branch.
  
  
  
  Verify Branch Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OVX5 to check the configuration of the branch and ensure it is set up correctly in the system.
  Make sure that the branch is active and properly linked to the relevant profit centers.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the profit center and the branch to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the line item to use the appropriate profit center and branch combination.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: KE52, KE53, OVX5
  SAP Modules: This error is primarily related to the Controlling (CO) module, specifically Profit Center Accounting (PCA).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling for further assistance.