How To Fix G00801 - Invalid breakdown by &1 to be reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Invalid breakdown by &1 to be reset

What causes this issue?

The current data record contains the characteristic value &V2& for
characteristic &V1&. However, a breakdown by &V1& is not defined for
item &V3&.

System Response

The system deletes the characteristic value of this subassignment.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that no breakdown by &V1& is to be allowed on item &V3&. Note
that these settings can depend on the consolidation chart of accounts
and the version.
Try to avoid specifying invalid breakdown information.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00801 - Invalid breakdown by &1 to be reset ?

  The SAP error message G00801 "Invalid breakdown by &1 to be reset" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or profitability analysis. This error indicates that there is an issue with the breakdown structure or the way data is being aggregated or reported.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Breakdown Structure: The breakdown structure specified in the report or transaction may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the breakdown correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the controlling area, cost centers, or internal orders may not be set up correctly.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the breakdown data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Breakdown Structure: Verify that the breakdown structure specified in the report or transaction is valid. Ensure that it exists and is correctly configured in the system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders) to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the controlling area, cost centers, and internal orders to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in transaction codes like OKEQ (for cost center planning) or OKKP (for controlling area).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the breakdown data. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in transaction SU01.
  Resetting the Breakdown: If the breakdown is invalid, you may need to reset it. This can often be done through the relevant transaction or report options.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items), and OKP1 (Cost Center Planning).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the CO module to understand how breakdown structures are defined and used.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the G00801 error and implement a solution to resolve it.