How To Fix WOG052 - Account assignment category &1 is not included

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOG - Materials Management, Fruits + Vegetables, General Messages

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Account assignment category &1 is not included

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOG052 - Account assignment category &1 is not included ?

  The SAP error message WOG052 indicates that the account assignment category specified in a transaction is not included in the configuration for the relevant document type or transaction. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or requisitions, where specific account assignment categories (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) are expected.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment Category: The account assignment category specified in the document does not match any of the categories defined in the system for that document type.
  Configuration Issues: The account assignment category may not be configured correctly in the system settings for the relevant purchasing document type.
  Missing Customization: The account assignment category may not be included in the allowed categories for the specific transaction or document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Assignment Category: Verify that the account assignment category you are trying to use is valid and correctly entered in the transaction.
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Account Assignment > Define Account Assignment Categories.
  Ensure that the account assignment category you are using is included in the configuration for the relevant document type.
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific document type you are working with (e.g., purchase order, purchase requisition).
  Ensure that the account assignment category is allowed for that document type.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant: If you do not have access to the configuration settings, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant to review and adjust the settings as necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or SPRO (to access configuration settings).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on account assignment categories and their configuration.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents with the specified account assignment category.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WOG052 error and successfully process your transaction.