How To Fix AB069 - Display open items not allowed in conjuction with group total

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Display open items not allowed in conjuction with group total

What causes this issue?

You selected <ZK>Display Open Items Only</> on the selection screen and
<ZK>Group Totals</> as the selection procedure. This combination is not
allowed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the selection conditions. If you want restrict display to open
items, choose <ZK>List Assets</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB069 - Display open items not allowed in conjuction with group total ?

  The SAP error message AB069, which states "Display open items not allowed in conjunction with group total," typically occurs when you are trying to display open items in a report or transaction that is set to show group totals. This is a common issue in financial reporting or accounts payable/receivable transactions where the system does not allow the display of detailed open items alongside aggregated totals.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system is designed to prevent the display of detailed open item data when a report or transaction is configured to show group totals. This is a design choice in SAP to maintain clarity and avoid confusion in financial reporting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Change Display Settings: 
  
  If you are in a report or transaction that allows you to toggle between displaying open items and group totals, look for an option to change the display settings. You may need to switch from a group total view to a detailed view that allows open items.
  
  
  
  Use Different Transaction Codes: 
  
  If you are using a specific transaction code that is causing this error, consider using a different transaction that allows for the display of open items. For example, if you are using a report that aggregates data, try using a detailed report instead.
  
  
  
  Check Report Configuration: 
  
  If you have access to the report configuration, check the settings to see if you can modify the report to either exclude group totals or allow for the display of open items.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using. There may be specific instructions or settings that can help you avoid this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a solution, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the reports you are using. Common transaction codes for financial reporting include FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to view both open items and group totals, as restrictions may also lead to this error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AB069 error and successfully display the information you need.