How To Fix GA234 - 'Cumulated' and 'Previous Periods' not possible at the same time

GA234 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 234

• Message text: 'Cumulated' and 'Previous Periods' not possible at the same time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA234 - 'Cumulated' and 'Previous Periods' not possible at the same time ?

  The SAP error message GA234 indicates that there is a conflict in the settings when trying to execute a report or transaction that involves both "Cumulated" and "Previous Periods" options simultaneously. This error typically arises in the context of financial reporting or analysis, particularly in the area of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI).
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system does not allow the selection of both "Cumulated" and "Previous Periods" at the same time. These two options are mutually exclusive:
  
  Cumulated: This option usually refers to displaying cumulative data up to a certain point in time.
  Previous Periods: This option refers to displaying data for prior periods without cumulating it.
  
  When both options are selected, the system cannot determine how to process the request, leading to the error message GA234.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust your selection criteria in the report or transaction:
  
  Review the Selection Criteria: Go back to the report