How To Fix DO677 - Total of & objects with & costs in & tasks

DO677 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 677

• Message text: Total of & objects with & costs in & tasks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO677 - Total of & objects with & costs in & tasks ?

  The SAP error message DO677 typically indicates that there is a discrepancy in the total number of objects and their associated costs within a specific set of tasks. This error often arises in the context of project management or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with internal orders, projects, or cost centers.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error usually occurs when there is a mismatch between the number of objects (like activities, orders, or tasks) and the costs associated with them. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual data entry errors.
  Incomplete or incorrect postings.
  Changes in the project structure that have not been reflected in the cost assignments.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the system may not align with the actual data, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  System Bugs: In rare cases, this error could be due to bugs in the SAP system or issues with specific transactions.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Review the objects and their associated costs in the relevant