How To Fix REBDOA036 - &1 - Assignment &2: The org. unit validity is only in area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBDOA - Messages for Object Relationships

• Message number: 036

• Message text: &1 - Assignment &2: The org. unit validity is only in area &3

What causes this issue?

The cost center is not valid during the entire period that you have
specified. If you did not enter a validity yourself, the system uses the
validity of the object. If there is no entry for validity on the object,
the system only checks the existence of the organizational unit.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the relationship validity to agree with the validity of the
organizational unit or extend the validity of the organizational unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE RECA_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBDOA036 - &1 - Assignment &2: The org. unit validity is only in area &3 ?

  The SAP error message REBDOA036 typically indicates an issue related to the assignment of an organizational unit (OU) in the context of SAP's Organizational Management (OM) or related modules. The message suggests that the validity of the organizational unit is restricted to a specific area, which may not align with the area you are trying to assign it to.
  Cause:
  The error message REBDOA036 occurs when:
  
  You are trying to assign an organizational unit to a position, job, or another organizational element, but the validity of that organizational unit is limited to a specific area (e.g., a specific company code, personnel area, or organizational area).
  The assignment you are attempting is outside the defined validity range of the organizational unit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit Validity:
  
  Go to the transaction code PPOME (or PPOSE) to view the organizational structure.
  Locate the organizational unit in question and check its validity settings. Ensure that it is valid for the area you are trying to assign it to.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Period:
  
  If the organizational unit's validity is limited, you may need to extend its validity to include the area you are working with. This can be done in the same transaction (PPOME) by adjusting the validity dates or areas.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment Context:
  
  Ensure that the context in which you are trying to make the assignment is correct. For example, if you are assigning a position to a specific company code, ensure that the organizational unit is valid for that company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or OM Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the validity settings, consult with your HR or Organizational Management administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom configurations in SAP, check if there are any specific rules or settings that might be affecting the validity of organizational units.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organizational Unit), PPOSE (Display Organizational Unit), and others related to Organizational Management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Organizational Management for more detailed information on organizational unit assignments and validity.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.