How To Fix KM162 - Distribution scenario "02" is not allowed

KM162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Distribution scenario "02" is not allowed

What causes this issue?

To activate the distribution scenario "02" (decentralized Profit Center
Accounting), you need to activate the line item update starting with
the current fiscal year.

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?

Activate the <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK11KEF>line item update</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KM162 - Details

• The SAP error message KM162, which states "Distribution scenario '02' is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) and specifically relates to the use of the Cost Center Accounting (CCA) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the distribution scenario being used in a particular transaction or process.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Distribution Scenario: The distribution scenario '02' may not be configured or allowed for the specific cost center or activity type you are trying to use. Each distribution scenario has specific rules and configurations that determine when and how it can be used.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling area or the cost center may not support the distribution scenario you are trying to use. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations