How To Fix OQ_E272 - Maintain the PC type on company code level first!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_E - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Payment Card Processing

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Maintain the PC type on company code level first!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_E272 - Maintain the PC type on company code level first! ?

  The SAP error message OQ_E272, which states "Maintain the PC type on company code level first," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to Profit Center Accounting (PCA) without having defined the necessary Profit Center (PC) type at the company code level.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Configuration: The Profit Center type has not been defined for the specific company code in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the Profit Center type may not be properly configured, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transaction Context: You may be trying to execute a transaction that requires a Profit Center type to be defined, but it is not available in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the Profit Center type is properly maintained at the company code level. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> Profit Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Maintain Profit Center Types
  
  
  
  
  Define Profit Center Types:
  
  In the configuration screen, check if the Profit Center type you are trying to use is defined for the relevant company code.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new Profit Center type or modify an existing one.
  
  
  
  Assign Profit Center Types to Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the Profit Center type is assigned to the correct company code.
  You may need to specify additional details such as the controlling area and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that triggered the error and try executing it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OKB9 (for maintaining profit center types) or KE52 (to change profit centers) to navigate directly to the relevant configuration screens.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on Profit Center Accounting and configuration settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues or dependencies that need to be addressed.