How To Fix AJ401 - Facts for rate &2 for fact group &1 are inconsistent

AJ401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Facts for rate &2 for fact group &1 are inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The facts are inconsistent for rate &v2& in fact group &v1&.

System Response

The system cannot save the rate.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the rate facts for fact group &v1&.
Choose the <LS>Check consistency</> pushbutton.
You obtain an error log with a description of the error.
Correct this error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ401 - Facts for rate &2 for fact group &1 are inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message AJ401 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the facts for a specific rate and fact group. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Activity-Based Costing (ABC) or other cost allocation processes.
  
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can arise from several factors, including:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entries in the fact group or rate.
  
  Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the settings for the fact group or the rate.
  Missing Data: Required data for the calculation or reporting is missing or has not been updated.
  Changes in Master Data: Changes in the master data (like cost centers, activity types, etc.) that have not been reflected in the fact group.
  Inconsistent Updates: Updates to the rates or facts that have not been synchronized properly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AJ401 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Review the entries for the specified fact group and rate. Ensure that all