How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING387 - Cost center &1/&2 blocked against direct posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Cost center &1/&2 blocked against direct posting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING387 - Cost center &1/&2 blocked against direct posting ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING387 indicates that a specific cost center is blocked against direct posting. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling within SAP, where certain cost centers may be restricted from receiving direct postings due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Blocked: The cost center specified in the error message is set to "blocked" for direct postings. This can happen if the cost center is not active or has been intentionally blocked by a user or administrator.
  Master Data Settings: The cost center master data may have been configured to prevent direct postings, possibly due to internal controls or business processes.
  Period Closing: The cost center may be blocked due to the financial period being closed, preventing any further postings to that cost center.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing postings to that cost center.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Status: 
  
  Go to the cost center master data (transaction code KS03) and check the status of the cost center. Ensure that it is not blocked for direct postings.
  If it is blocked, you may need to change the status to allow postings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data Settings: 
  
  Ensure that the cost center is set up correctly in the master data. Check the settings related to direct postings and make adjustments as necessary.
  
  
  
  Period Management: 
  
  If the issue is related to period closing, check the financial periods in the system. If the period is closed, you may need to reopen it or post to a different period.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Verify that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to post to the specified cost center. If not, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding the use of cost centers and direct postings to ensure compliance with business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KS03 - Display Cost Center
  KS02 - Change Cost Center
  KSB1 - Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly assigned to allow for the necessary postings.
  
  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 SAP Controlling (CO) for further assistance.