How To Fix G0656 - More than one method change for cons unit &2 in cons group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 656

• Message text: More than one method change for cons unit &2 in cons group &1

What causes this issue?

Only one method change is permitted in the period range defined in the
consolidation frequency. However, in consolidation group &V1& the
method for consolidation unit &V2& changes more than once in the period
range of &V3& to &V4&.

System Response

Only the last method change is executed. All others are ignored.

How to fix this error?

Change the method assignments.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0656 - More than one method change for cons unit &2 in cons group &1 ?

  The SAP error message G0656 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a consumption unit in a consumption group. Specifically, it means that there are multiple method changes for a consumption unit within a single consumption group, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Multiple Method Changes: The consumption unit has been assigned multiple methods for consumption within the same consumption group, which creates a conflict.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the configuration settings for the consumption group or the consumption unit.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the setup of the consumption unit or group can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G0656 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Consumption Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the consumption group in question.
  Check the assigned consumption units and their respective methods.
  Ensure that each consumption unit has only