How To Fix ACE071 - No data changed in the Accrual Engine

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACE - Nachrichten zur Accrual Engine

• Message number: 071

• Message text: No data changed in the Accrual Engine

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACE071 - No data changed in the Accrual Engine ?

  The SAP error message ACE071 ("No data changed in the Accrual Engine") typically occurs in the context of the Accrual Engine when an attempt is made to post or process accruals, but the system determines that there are no changes to be made to the data. This can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  No New Data: The data being processed may not have any new or changed information that requires an update in the Accrual Engine.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to identify the data for processing may not match any records, leading to no changes being detected.
  Already Processed Data: The data may have already been processed in a previous run, and there are no further changes to apply.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Accrual Engine that prevent changes from being recognized or processed.
  Data Locking: If the data is locked by another process or user, it may prevent changes from being made.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Input: Ensure that the data you are trying to process has indeed changed or that new data is available for processing.
  Review Selection Criteria: Verify the selection criteria used in the transaction to ensure it correctly identifies the records you intend to process.
  Reprocess Data: If the data has already been processed, check if there are any new transactions or changes that need to be included in the accrual run.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings of the Accrual Engine to ensure they are set up correctly and allow for the expected changes.
  Check for Locks: Investigate if there are any locks on the data that might be preventing changes. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Accrual Engine for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ACE1 (Accrual Engine) and others that may be used for processing accruals.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address known issues related to the Accrual Engine.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ACE071 error and implement a suitable solution.