How To Fix BUAVC517 - Absolute variance not taken into account

BUAVC517 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUAVC - Generic message class AVC

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Absolute variance not taken into account

What causes this issue?

You have entered a value for the <DS:DE.BUAVC_ABSVAR>absolute variance
</>, but you selected the value <LB>Take usage rate only</> of the
indicator <DS:DE.BUAVC_TOLLIMUSE> Use of usage rate and absolute
variance</>.

System Response

The system does not take into account the absolute variance entered for
the tolerance profile.

How to fix this error?

Decide whether you want to apply the selected value of the absolute
variance by choosing another option for the indicator <LS>Use of usage
rate and absolute variance</> or leave the field <LS>Absolute variance
</> blank.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

BUAVC517 - Details

• The SAP error message BUAVC517, which states "Absolute variance not taken into account," typically occurs in the context of variance calculation in SAP, particularly in the area of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA). This error indicates that there is an issue with how variances are being processed or accounted for in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error may arise due to missing or incorrect configuration in the controlling area or in the settings for variance calculation.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing master data or incorrect assignment of cost elements.
  Posting Issues: If there are issues with the postings related to the cost centers or internal orders, it can lead to this error.
  Period Closing: If the period has been closed and there are attempts to post variances, the system may not allow it, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the