How To Fix /SAPPCE/01033 - Select only one account assignment type: project or cost center or order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/01 -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Select only one account assignment type: project or cost center or order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/01033 - Select only one account assignment type: project or cost center or order ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/01033 indicates that there is a conflict in the account assignment types being used in a transaction. Specifically, it means that the system has detected multiple account assignment types (such as project, cost center, or order) being selected simultaneously, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in scenarios where:
  
  You are trying to post a transaction that requires a specific account assignment type, but you have selected more than one type (e.g., both a project and a cost center).
  The configuration of the system or the transaction being executed does not allow for multiple account assignments to be used together.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Account Assignments: Check the account assignment fields in your transaction. Ensure that you are only selecting one type of account assignment (either project, cost center, or order) and not mixing them.
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data: If you have inadvertently selected multiple account assignment types, modify your transaction data to include only one. For example, if you have entered both a project number and a cost center, decide which one is appropriate for your transaction and remove the other.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which account assignment type to use, refer to your organization's internal documentation or consult with a colleague who is knowledgeable about the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the system should allow multiple account assignments, you may need to check the configuration settings in SAP. This may require assistance from an SAP consultant or your IT department.
  
  
  Test the Transaction: After making the necessary adjustments, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Types: Understand the different types of account assignments in SAP, such as:
  
  Cost Center: Used for internal cost tracking.
  Order: Used for project-related costs.
  Project: Used for tracking costs related to specific projects.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on account assignments and the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to perform the transaction, as certain roles may have restrictions on account assignments.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete your transaction in SAP.