How To Fix KP584 - Allocation category for & cannot be changed to "allocatable".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 584

• Message text: Allocation category for & cannot be changed to "allocatable".

What causes this issue?

You entered the allocation category or alternative allocation category
for the actual data &V2& for business process &V1& in the interface.
However, the master record for the business process has category '4' (
= non-allocatable activity type ).
Changing between allocatability and non-allocatability, however, is not
allowed.

System Response

The planning record is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Change the category &V2& in the call correspondingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP584 - Allocation category for & cannot be changed to "allocatable". ?

  The SAP error message KP584 indicates that there is an issue with the allocation category of a cost element or cost center in the context of cost allocation. Specifically, it states that the allocation category for a particular object cannot be changed to "allocatable." This typically occurs when you are trying to change the allocation category of a cost element or cost center that is not allowed to be set as allocatable due to certain restrictions or configurations in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Settings: The cost element or cost center may be configured in a way that does not allow it to be allocatable. This could be due to settings in the controlling area or the specific cost element master data.
  Usage in Transactions: If the cost element or cost center has already been used in transactions that do not support allocation, the system may prevent changes to its allocation category.
  Master Data Restrictions: Certain types of cost elements (e.g., primary cost elements) may have restrictions on their allocation categories based on how they are defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the allocation category.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the cost element or cost center in the controlling area. Ensure that it is set up to allow allocation.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data of the cost element or cost center to see if it is defined correctly. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings are appropriate.
  Transaction History: Investigate if the cost element or cost center has been used in transactions that would prevent it from being changed. If it has, you may need to create a new cost element or cost center with the desired allocation category.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations to modify the allocation category.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on changing allocation categories and the implications of such changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Element), KS02 (Change Cost Element), or KS03 (Display Cost Element) to review and modify cost element settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.