How To Fix KB191 - Projection method $ is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Projection method $ is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The projection method you entered does not exist.

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?

Four methods of projection exist at the moment. Select one of these
methods.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB191 - Projection method $ is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message "KB191 Projection method $ is not permitted" typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI) when there is an issue with the configuration of the projection method used in cost planning or budgeting.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Projection Method: The error indicates that the projection method specified (denoted by $ in the message) is not valid or not allowed in the current context. This could be due to:
  
  The projection method not being defined in the system.
  The projection method being incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant planning area.
  The projection method being restricted for certain types of planning or budgeting scenarios.
  
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The projection method may not have been set up correctly in the system configuration, leading to the error when trying to execute a planning transaction.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use a specific projection method.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
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