How To Fix AJ230 - Automation data for rate determination is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Automation data for rate determination is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

An inconsistency has occurred in the automation data of rate
determination for rate type &v1& and rate category &v2&: The automation
data for from date &v3& contains entries with different to dates.

System Response

Processing of the automation data was terminated.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ230 - Automation data for rate determination is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message AJ230, which states "Automation data for rate determination is inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity-based costing or internal orders. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data used for rate determination, which can prevent the system from calculating costs correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required data for rate determination, such as activity types, cost centers, or internal orders, may be missing or incomplete.
  Inconsistent Configuration: The configuration settings for activity types or cost centers may not align properly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Master Data: Issues with master data, such as incorrect assignment of cost elements or activity types to cost centers, can cause this error.
  Changes in Configuration: Recent changes in the configuration of the controlling area or related settings may not have been properly updated or may conflict with existing data.
  Data Migration Issues: If