How To Fix O3601 - Gain posting: Final Tracking indicator has to be set

O3601 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Gain posting: Final Tracking indicator has to be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3601 - Gain posting: Final Tracking indicator has to be set ?

  The SAP error message O3601, which states "Gain posting: Final Tracking indicator has to be set," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or inventory management when there is an attempt to post a gain without the necessary configuration in place.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Final Tracking Indicator: The asset or inventory item in question does not have the "Final Tracking" indicator set. This indicator is necessary for the system to recognize that the gain posting can be finalized.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the asset accounting or inventory management module may not be set up correctly to allow for gain postings.
  
  
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be configured to allow gain postings, or it may not be appropriate for the type of transaction being processed.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the O3601 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Set the Final Tracking Indicator:
  
  Navigate to the