How To Fix G01478 - Cons unit &1 is not contained in cons group &2 (check)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Cons unit &1 is not contained in cons group &2 (check)

What causes this issue?

You started interunit eliminations for consolidation group &V2& with
restriction on consolidation unit &V1&. Such a restriction only makes
sense for consolidation units, that are contained in consolidation
group &V2&. However this is not the case for consolidation unit &V1& in
period &V3&.

System Response

Interunit eliminations are not executed.

How to fix this error?

Only restrict to consolidation units that are contained in the selected
consolidation group in the current period.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01478 - Cons unit &1 is not contained in cons group &2 (check) ?

  The SAP error message G01478 indicates that a consumption unit (cons unit) is not included in the specified consumption group (cons group). This error typically arises in the context of inventory management or production planning when there is an attempt to process a consumption unit that is not recognized as part of the designated consumption group.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The consumption unit may not have been properly assigned to the consumption group in the system configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong consumption unit or consumption group is being referenced.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the consumption unit or the consumption group may be incomplete or incorrect.
  System Updates: Changes in the system or updates may have led to inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the consumption units and consumption groups in the SAP system. Ensure that the consumption unit is correctly assigned to the appropriate consumption group.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for both the consumption unit and the consumption group. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the data is consistent.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entries to reference the correct consumption unit and consumption group.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing consumption units and groups.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or OMI4 (Maintain Consumption Groups) to check and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the consumption units and groups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.