How To Fix LR178 - Sender cost center & and receiver cost center & are the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Sender cost center & and receiver cost center & are the same

What causes this issue?

The sending cost center &V1& and the receiving cost center &V2& are
identical.

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?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR178 - Sender cost center & and receiver cost center & are the same ?

  The SAP error message LR178 indicates that there is an issue with the cost center assignment in a transaction where the sender and receiver cost centers are the same. This typically occurs during the process of internal cost allocation or when trying to post costs between cost centers.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to allocate costs from one cost center to another, but both the sender and receiver cost centers are identical. This situation is not valid because it does not make sense to allocate costs to the same cost center from itself.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Cost Center Assignment: Review the transaction or document where the error occurred. Ensure that the sender and receiver cost centers are correctly assigned and that they are not the same.
  
  
  Correct the Cost Center: If the cost centers are indeed meant to be different, update the transaction to reflect the correct receiver cost center.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration of your cost center accounting to ensure that the processes are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct cost center assignments, refer to your organization's internal documentation or consult with a financial analyst or SAP consultant.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions related to cost center accounting, such as internal orders, cost allocations, or during the posting of journal entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or enhancements that could affect your system.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the appropriate authorizations to make changes to cost center assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LR178 error and proceed with your cost allocation processes in SAP.