How To Fix G00784 - Invalid zooming of breakdown by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 784

• Message text: Invalid zooming of breakdown by &1

What causes this issue?

The breakdown type for characteristic &V1& for item &V2& is more
restrictive as compared to item &V3&. This is invalid, especially if
item &V2& is at a higher level in the hierarchy than item &V3&, or if
item &V3& is to be posted to item &V2&.

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?

Make sure that no breakdowns are added to the higher-level item or the
item to be posted, which can not be consistently filled according to
the breakdown definition of the lower-level item or the triggering
item.
The following table shows which breakdown types are allowed at the
higher or the lower level.
The first column (preceding the semi-colon) shows the breakdown type of
the item. The permitted breakdown types of the higher-level item or the
item to be posted are listed to the right of the semi-colon:
0; 0, 1
1; 0, 1
2; 0, 1, 2, 3
3; 0, 1, 2, 3
4; 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
Here, the permitted breakdown types of the lower-level item(s) are
listed to the right of the semi-colon:
0; 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
1; 0, 1, 2, 3, 4
2; 2, 3, 4
3; 2, 3, 4
4; 4

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00784 - Invalid zooming of breakdown by &1 ?

  The SAP error message G00784, "Invalid zooming of breakdown by &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the data or configuration related to the breakdown analysis in a report or transaction. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to analyze data in a report that does not support the selected breakdown or when the breakdown field is not valid for the current dataset.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Breakdown Field: The field you are trying to zoom into may not be valid for the current context or dataset.
  Data Availability: The data required for the breakdown may not be available or may not exist for the selected criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the report or transaction that prevent the breakdown from being processed correctly.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the breakdown data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Breakdown Field: Verify that the breakdown field you are trying to use is valid for the report or transaction. Ensure that it is supported in the context you are working in.
  Review Data: Check if there is data available for the selected breakdown. You may need to adjust your selection criteria to ensure that relevant data exists.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the report or transaction to ensure that the breakdown options are set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the breakdown data. If not, contact your system administrator to request the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report or transaction to understand the valid breakdown options and any limitations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: If applicable, look into transaction codes related to the report or analysis you are using to see if there are any specific settings or configurations that need to be adjusted.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.