How To Fix GC623 - Block by Data Selection Started by & for Subgroup &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 623

• Message text: Block by Data Selection Started by & for Subgroup &

What causes this issue?

For the subgroup &V2&, the user &V1& started a data selection
whose parameters were set so that a dataset is inserted in the
database INDX.
That is, the data selection runs under consideration of a value
type for which so far no pre-reduced data concerning this subgroup
exists yet.
No further data selection for the subgroup &V2&, that would also
write a dataset into the INDX, can be carried out parallel to this
data selection.
However, an update of existing datasets is possible at any time.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Restart the required data selection after the blocking data
selection is completed.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC623 - Block by Data Selection Started by & for Subgroup & ?

  The SAP error message GC623 "Block by Data Selection Started by & for Subgroup &" typically occurs in the context of the SAP General Ledger (G/L) accounting module, particularly when dealing with data selection for financial documents or reports. This error indicates that a data selection process has been initiated, but it is blocked due to certain conditions or settings.
  Cause:
  
  Data Selection Blocked: The error usually arises when a data selection process is already in progress for a specific subgroup or when the system is unable to access the required data due to locks or other constraints.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the financial module or related areas can also lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user trying to execute the data selection can also cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Processes: Verify if there are any active data selection processes running for the same subgroup. You can use transaction codes like SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to check for active processes.
  Wait and Retry: If another process is running, you may need to wait until it completes before trying again.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the G/L accounting and data selection processes to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the data selection. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  SM50: Work Process Overview
  SLG1: Application Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to G/L accounting and data selection processes for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the GC623 error in your SAP system.