How To Fix 6A520 - Actual data of "&" unchanged; No new calculation required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6A - Real estate messages rent adjustment

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Actual data of "&" unchanged; No new calculation required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6A520 - Actual data of "&" unchanged; No new calculation required ?

  The SAP error message 6A520 ("Actual data of '&' unchanged; No new calculation required") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) or Financial Accounting (FI) when a user attempts to execute a transaction that involves recalculating or processing actual data, but the system determines that there are no changes to the underlying data that would necessitate a recalculation.
  Cause:
  
  No Changes in Data: The most common cause of this error is that the actual data for the specified object (e.g., cost center, internal order, etc.) has not changed since the last calculation. This means that the system sees no need to perform a recalculation.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any records that require processing.
  Data Locking: If the data is locked by another user or process, it may prevent the recalculation from occurring.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or related modules that affect how actual data is processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Changes: Check if there have been any changes to the actual data that would require recalculation. If no changes have occurred, the message is expected behavior.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the transaction are correct and that they match the records you intend to process.
  Check for Locks: Investigate if the data is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Re-run the Transaction: If you believe there should be changes, try re-running the transaction after confirming that the data has been updated.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you believe it is not due to the reasons above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to CO or FI, such as KKAO (for actual data calculation) or KSB1 (for displaying actual line items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 6A520.