How To Fix KAFF151 - This combination of receiver fields is invalid

KAFF151 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KAFF - Overhead Cost Controlling: Integration of Fund and Function

• Message number: 151

• Message text: This combination of receiver fields is invalid

What causes this issue?

The selected fields are additional fields and can only be used in
conjunction with a CO object.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a different receiver field.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KAFF151 - Details

• The SAP error message KAFF151, which states "This combination of receiver fields is invalid," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost allocation or distribution processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the receiver fields in a cost allocation or distribution cycle.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Invalid Receiver Configuration: The receiver fields specified in the allocation or distribution cycle do not match the expected configuration. This could be due to incorrect settings in the allocation structure or the receiver type.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the cost centers, internal orders, or other receivers may be incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Incompatible Field Combinations: The combination of fields used for the receiver (such as cost center, internal order, etc.) may not be compatible with the allocation structure defined in the system.
  
  
  Changes in Configuration: