How To Fix WRF_CONS012 - Entries for work areas other than WRF_CONS are not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CONS - Retail Fashion: Consignment Processing Stock Transfers

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Entries for work areas other than WRF_CONS are not possible

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WRF_CONS012: Entries for work areas other than WRF_CONS are not possible:
  
  Error Message
  WRF_CONS012: Entries for work areas other than WRF_CONS are not possible
  
  Cause
  This error occurs in SAP when you try to make entries or post data for work areas (or cost centers, internal orders, etc.) other than the designated WRF_CONS work area in the context of Workforce Costing (WRF) or Controlling (CO) processes.
  
  The system is configured or restricted to allow postings only for the specific work area WRF_CONS.
  Attempting to post or enter data for any other work area violates this restriction.
  This is often due to configuration settings or validation rules in the system that enforce data consistency and control over which work areas can be used in certain transactions or reports.
  
  
  When Does It Occur?
  
  During time confirmation or cost allocation processes in Workforce Costing.
  When entering or posting data in transactions related to WRF (Workforce) where the system expects entries only for the WRF_CONS work area.
  Possibly during integration between time management and controlling modules.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Work Area Used:
  
  Verify that the work area you are trying to post or enter data for is indeed WRF_CONS.
  If you are using a different work area, change it to WRF_CONS if that is the intended area for posting.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration in the Workforce Costing or Controlling module to understand why only WRF_CONS is allowed.
  This might be controlled via validation rules, user exits, or custom enhancements.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Posting or Entry:
  
  If your business process requires posting to other work areas, you may need to adjust the configuration or request a change from your SAP functional consultant.
  Otherwise, restrict entries to WRF_CONS as per system design.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or SAP Notes:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to Workforce Costing and the WRF_CONS work area.
  Sometimes SAP releases patches or notes that clarify or fix issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  WRF_CONS is typically a standard or default work area used in Workforce Costing for consolidating or controlling cost postings.
  This error is a safeguard to ensure data integrity and consistency in cost allocation.
  If your organization uses multiple work areas, ensure that the system is configured to allow postings for those areas or that the process is aligned with the system restrictions.
  Check transaction codes related to Workforce Costing such as CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet), KP06 (Cost Center Planning), or other relevant CO transactions.
  Review user exits or BAdIs that might enforce this restriction.
  
  
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  Error
  WRF_CONS012: Entries for work areas other than WRF_CONS are not possible
  
  
  Cause
  Posting attempted for a work area other than the allowed WRF_CONS work area
  
  
  Solution
  Use WRF_CONS work area for entries or adjust configuration to allow other work areas
  
  
  Related
  Workforce Costing configuration, validation rules, SAP Notes, user exits/BAdIs
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific configuration steps or transaction codes, please provide more details about the process or module you are working with.