How To Fix /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG081 - Combination business process &1, business transaction &2 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Combination business process &1, business transaction &2 not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG081 - Combination business process &1, business transaction &2 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABV_CHARGE_MSG081 indicates that a specific combination of a business process and a business transaction is not permitted in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project Management (PM) or Asset Accounting (AA) modules, where certain configurations or settings may restrict the use of specific combinations of processes and transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The combination of the business process and business transaction may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction for the specified business process.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or constraints defined in the system that prevent the use of that specific combination.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Verify the configuration for the business process and business transaction in question. Ensure that the combination is allowed.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP functional consultant to adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the transaction.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Business Rules:
  
  Review any business rules or constraints that may be defined in the system. This may involve checking with business process owners or functional teams.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the master data and transaction data related to the business process and transaction. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the business process can be executed as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SU53 (Authorization Check), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific modules (PM, AA) for more insights into business processes and transactions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.