How To Fix >0656 - Select an adjustment measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Select an adjustment measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0656 - Select an adjustment measure ?

  The SAP error message 0656 ("Select an adjustment measure") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other controlling objects. This error indicates that the system requires you to select an adjustment measure before proceeding with a transaction or report.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Adjustment Measure: The user has not selected an adjustment measure in the relevant transaction or report.
  Configuration Issues: The adjustment measures may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select adjustment measures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select an Adjustment Measure:
  
  When prompted by the error message, ensure that you select an appropriate adjustment measure from the available options. This may involve navigating to a dropdown menu or selection screen where adjustment measures are listed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the adjustment measures are correctly defined in the system. This can be done through the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? Internal Orders ? Order Management ? Define Adjustment Measures
  
  
  Ensure that the adjustment measures you need are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  If you suspect that the issue may be related to user authorizations, check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and select adjustment measures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific transaction or report you are working with. This may provide insights into the required fields and selections.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Adjustment Measures: These are typically used in internal order accounting to adjust costs or revenues based on specific criteria or calculations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the CO module that may relate to your work, such as KO02 (Change Order), KOB1 (Order Line Items), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error message 0656, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your SAP transactions.