How To Fix KFPS034 - System cannot postpone all elements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KFPS - Collective Agreement (Transfer Prices for Individual Projs)

• Message number: 034

• Message text: System cannot postpone all elements

What causes this issue?

You want to move a number of individual tasks. However, at least one of
them cannot be moved.
This may be due to one of the following reasons:
The status of the individual task does not permit it.
The individual task is a plan-integrated CO internal order.
The individual task is already settled.
If you are trying to subordinate the individual task to a transfer
price agreement or remove it from a collective agreement, the following
reasons may also apply:
The status of the service provider in the transfer price agreement does
not permit the move.
The individual task belongs to a different project than the service
provider in the transfer price agreement
The individual task is assigned to a different profit center than the
service provider in the transfer price agreement.
The transfer price agrement for the source or target node contains no
open items.
The settlement receiver for the individual task is not the same as the
service receiver in the transfer price agreement.

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?

Move the individual tasks that cannot be assigned to their target
nodes. The system generates an error message, with reasons, for
unsuccessful assignments.
Check the assignment or correct the error causing the error message.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KFPS034 - System cannot postpone all elements ?

  The SAP error message KFPS034 ("System cannot postpone all elements") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to postpone certain elements of a cost object, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The cost elements or cost objects may not have all the necessary data or configurations set up correctly.
  Postponement Restrictions: There may be restrictions on the postponement of certain cost elements based on the configuration or business rules.
  Locked Periods: The posting period may be closed or locked, preventing any changes to the cost elements.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other transactions or processes that need to be resolved before postponement can occur.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the postponement action.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all required fields and configurations for the cost elements or cost objects are filled out correctly.
  Review Postponement Rules: Check the configuration settings related to postponement in the system to ensure that they allow for the desired actions.
  Open Posting Period: Verify that the posting period is open and not locked. If it is closed, you may need to open it or perform the action in a different period.
  Resolve Dependencies: Identify any dependencies that may be preventing the postponement and address them accordingly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the postponement. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items) to analyze the data related to cost elements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to cost accounting and postponement processes for additional insights and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Controlling module for further assistance.