How To Fix KI249 - Enter only one true account assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Enter only one true account assignment

What causes this issue?

You made assignments to several objects in CO (cost center, order,
project etc.). &V3& of these have been created as true objects.

System Response

You are allowed only one account assignment for each cost-relevant
account.

How to fix this error?

Enter only one true account assignment.
INCLUDE 'CO_KONTIERUNGEN' OBJECT DOKU ID TX
The posting row affected is &V2& and the account is &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI249 - Enter only one true account assignment ?

  The SAP error message KI249 ("Enter only one true account assignment") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a single true account assignment, but multiple account assignments have been provided. This is common in scenarios involving cost centers, internal orders, or other CO objects.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to assign multiple account assignments (e.g., multiple cost centers or internal orders) to a single line item in a transaction that only allows one true account assignment.
  The configuration of the transaction or the specific document type does not permit multiple account assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KI249 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Account Assignments: Check the line items in your transaction and ensure that you are only entering one true account assignment. If you have multiple assignments, you need to decide which one is the correct or primary assignment for that transaction.
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data: If you need to split costs across multiple accounts, consider creating separate line items for each account assignment instead of trying to combine them into one.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that your business process requires multiple account assignments, you may need to review the configuration settings in SAP. Consult with your SAP CO module configuration team to see if adjustments can be made to allow for multiple assignments, if appropriate.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific transaction codes you are using to understand the limitations and requirements for account assignments.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering account assignments in SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to CO, such as KB21N (Enter Direct Activity Allocation), KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), and others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KI249 error and ensure that your transactions are processed correctly in SAP.