How To Fix MQ613 - No blocking factor defined for operating concern &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 613

• Message text: No blocking factor defined for operating concern &1

What causes this issue?

When editing the operating concerns the system determined that a
blocking factor for operating concern &V1& has not been entered in
table TKEBB.
Therefore neither operating concern &V1& nor the respective table &V2&
are transferred to the local currency changeover control tables.

System Response

Operating concerns with incomplete information are skipped during the
local currency changeover.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ613 - No blocking factor defined for operating concern &1 ?

  The SAP error message MQ613 "No blocking factor defined for operating concern &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a blocking factor for the specified operating concern, which is necessary for certain calculations or data processing.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined blocking factor for the specified operating concern in the system. The blocking factor is a parameter that helps in determining how data is aggregated or processed in CO-PA. If it is not defined, the system cannot proceed with the required operations.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to define a blocking factor for the operating concern in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: Controlling -> Profitability Analysis -> Account-Based or Costing-Based (depending on your setup) -> Master Data -> Operating Concern.
  
  
  
  Define the Blocking Factor:
  
  Select the operating concern that is causing the error.
  Look for the option to define or maintain the blocking factor.
  Enter the appropriate blocking factor value based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After defining the blocking factor, re-run the process that triggered the error to check if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OKB9 (for maintaining operating concern) or KE52 (for changing operating concern settings) to access the relevant configuration screens.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Profitability Analysis and the role of blocking factors.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the configuration in a development or quality environment before applying it to production.
  
  If the issue persists after defining the blocking factor, it may be necessary to check for other configuration settings or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.