How To Fix OB000 - Combination of & & & not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Combination of & & & not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB000 - Combination of & & & not valid ?

  The SAP error message "OB000 Combination of & & & not valid" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with account assignments in transactions such as posting documents or creating financial entries. This error indicates that the combination of the specified account assignments (such as cost center, internal order, or profit center) is not valid according to the configuration in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Account Assignment: The combination of the specified account assignments does not exist in the system. For example, if you are trying to post to a cost center that is not valid for the specified profit center or internal order.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the account assignments may not be properly maintained. For instance, the cost center may not be assigned to the correct controlling area.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the controlling module (CO) or financial accounting (FI) may not allow the combination of the specified account assignments.
  Period Closure: If the posting period is closed, certain combinations may not be valid for posting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Assignments: Verify the account assignments you are using in the transaction. Ensure that the combination of cost center, internal order, and profit center is valid and exists in the system.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the involved account assignments. Ensure that the cost center is assigned to the correct controlling area and that all necessary data is maintained.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings in the controlling and financial accounting modules. Ensure that the configuration allows for the combination you are trying to use.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like KS03 (Display Cost Center), KO03 (Display Internal Order), or KE53 (Display Profit Center) to check the details of the account assignments.
  Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute. You can check this in the transaction OB52.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for checking account assignments and master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting and controlling to understand the rules governing account assignments.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transactions you are attempting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and controlling.