How To Fix RECD041 - &1: combination of calculation method and frequency is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: &1: combination of calculation method and frequency is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You entered a combination of <DS:DE.RECDCALCMETHPER>calculation method
</>, <DS:DE.RECDCONDVALUEREFER>amount reference</> and
<DS:DE.RECDFREQUENCYUNIT>frequency unit</>. This combination is not
allowed.
If the calculation method for calculation to the exact day is active,
then only the following combinations of <DS:DE.RECDCONDVALUEREFER>amount
reference</> and <DS:DE.RECDFREQUENCYUNIT>frequency unit</> are allowed:

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

Amount reference is monthly amount,,
Allowed frequency units: months and years
Amount reference is annual amount,,
Allowed frequency units: months and years
Amount reference is daily amount,,
Allowed frequency unit: days
Amount reference is frequency amount,,
Allowed frequency units: months, years, and days

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change your entry accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECD041 - &1: combination of calculation method and frequency is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RECD041 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of the calculation method and frequency in a specific configuration or transaction. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Real Estate Management (RE) module, particularly when dealing with rental agreements, service charges, or similar financial calculations.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system encounters a combination of calculation method and frequency that is not valid or allowed. This can happen due to several reasons, such as:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The calculation method (e.g., fixed amount, percentage, etc.) may not be compatible with the selected frequency (e.g., monthly, quarterly, annually).
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the rental agreement or service charge may not be set up correctly, leading to incompatible settings.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may inadvertently lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RECD041 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
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