How To Fix RESCSU061 - Measurement type &1 is not relevant for apportionment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCSU - Error Texts for Settlement Unit

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Measurement type &1 is not relevant for apportionment

What causes this issue?

You did not set the <DS:DE.REBDUSEDFORAPPORT>ForApp</> (measurement type
is relevant to apportionment) indicator for this measurement type in
Customizing.

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 settings in the <DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVBDMEAS>Measurement Types</>
IMG activity, if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCSU061 - Measurement type &1 is not relevant for apportionment ?

  The SAP error message RESCSU061 indicates that the measurement type specified (denoted as &1) is not relevant for apportionment in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the area of resource management and cost allocation.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  Incorrect Measurement Type: The measurement type being used is not configured to be used for apportionment. Measurement types are used to categorize how costs or resources are measured and allocated.
  Configuration Issues: The measurement type may not be set up correctly in the system, or it may not be linked to the appropriate cost elements or cost centers.
  Business Process Misalignment: The business process being executed may not align with the expected use of the measurement type, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RESCSU061 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Measurement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for measurement types in SAP (Transaction code: OKEQ or SPRO).
  Verify that the measurement type you are using is set up correctly and is marked as relevant for apportionment.
  
  
  
  Review the Business Process:
  
  Ensure that the measurement type is appropriate for the business process you are executing. If it is not, consider using a different measurement type that is relevant for apportionment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to measurement types and apportionment to understand the requirements and configurations needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on measurement types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and business process, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Measurement Types: In SAP, measurement types are used to define how costs are measured and allocated. They can be linked to various cost objects, such as cost centers, internal orders, or projects.
  Apportionment: This refers to the process of distributing costs or resources among different cost objects based on predefined criteria or rules.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKEQ (for configuring measurement types) and KSU5 (for apportionment) to navigate the system effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RESCSU061 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.