How To Fix G01559 - Breakdowns of the items in set &1 are not compatible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 559

• Message text: Breakdowns of the items in set &1 are not compatible

What causes this issue?

The items contained in an item set must have breakdowns that compatible
with each other. For a given characteristic, one of the following
conditions apply:
A breakdown by this characteristic for NONE of the items in the set is
permitted.
A breakdown by this characteristic for ALL of the items in the set is
either permitted (optional breakdown) or required (required breakdown).
This condition is not met by the the items in set &V1& for cons chart
&V2&, entry &V3& of method &V4&.

System Response

Method definition has errors, cannot be saved

How to fix this error?

Correct the entries for the set and ensure the compatibility of the
breakdown properties of the items contained in the set.

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 G01559 - Breakdowns of the items in set &1 are not compatible ?

  The SAP error message G01559, which states "Breakdowns of the items in set &1 are not compatible," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis where you are trying to compare or aggregate data that has different breakdown structures or characteristics.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Incompatible Characteristics: The items in the set you are trying to analyze have different characteristics or breakdowns that cannot be combined. For example, if you are trying to analyze cost centers that have different hierarchies or different levels of detail.
  Data Structure Mismatch: The data structure of the items being compared does not match, which can happen if the items belong to different organizational units or if they are from different time periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that lead to incompatible breakdowns being defined for the items in the set.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Breakdown Structures: Review the breakdown structures of the items in the set. Ensure that they are compatible and that they share the same characteristics.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Modify your selection criteria to ensure that you are only including items that have compatible breakdowns. This may involve filtering out certain items or adjusting the parameters of your query.
  Review Data Sources: Ensure that the data sources you are using for your analysis are consistent and that they are set up to allow for compatible breakdowns.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the breakdown structures relevant to your analysis.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like S_ALR_87013611 (for reports) or KE30 (for CO-PA reports) where this error can occur.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.