How To Fix AQ454 - No point in counting at group level '&'

AQ454 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 454

• Message text: No point in counting at group level '&'

What causes this issue?

You chose a field for a counter and determined that you wanted to
outputsubtotals for it at the control level given in the warning.
However, it does not make sense to use this field at this control
level, since, in the logical database, the control level field is at a
lower level in the hierarhcy than the field with the counter.

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?

Check whether your choice of fields, their sort sequence and the fields
you have chosen for counters make sense.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ454 - No point in counting at group level '&' ?

  The SAP error message AQ454 "No point in counting at group level '&'" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when the system is unable to perform a counting operation at the specified group level. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Group Level: The specified group level may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not allow counting at the specified group level.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the counting process.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform counting at the specified group level.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or parameters may restrict counting operations at the group level.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Group Level: Check if the group level specified in