How To Fix G3697 - Cons unit &1 with integrated cons type &2 does not exist in dimension &3

G3697 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 697

• Message text: Cons unit &1 with integrated cons type &2 does not exist in dimension &3

What causes this issue?

You want to enter data for consolidation unit &V1& or for partner unit
&V1&. However, dimension &V3& does not contain consolidation unit &V1&
for the integrated consolidation type &V2&.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

If consolidation unit &V1& already exists in dimension &V3&,
<DS:TRAN.CXNT>integrate</> this unit "after the fact".
Otherwise, generate this consolidation unit in <DS:TRAN.CX1X>Hierarchy
Maintenance for the Consolidation Groups</>.

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 G3697 - Cons unit &1 with integrated cons type &2 does not exist in dimension &3 ?

  The SAP error message G3697 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the consumption unit and the integrated consumption type in a specific dimension. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar modules where dimensions and consumption types are used to manage inventory and planning processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error message G3697 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified consumption unit (&1) with the integrated consumption type (&2) does not exist in the specified dimension (&3). This could be due to incorrect or incomplete configuration in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the consumption unit or consumption type.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the consumption unit or consumption type may not have been created or activated properly.
  Dimension Settings: The dimension settings may not be correctly defined to include the specified consumption unit