How To Fix GK157 - Dimension entered does not correspond with the global dimension

GK157 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Dimension entered does not correspond with the global dimension

What causes this issue?

The entered dimension is different to the one which is saved in your
global parameters at present.

System Response

Info message

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GK157 - Details

• The SAP error message GK157, which states "Dimension entered does not correspond with the global dimension," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when there is a mismatch between the dimensions (such as cost centers, profit centers, or other organizational units) that are being used in a transaction and the global dimensions defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Dimension Mismatch: The dimension you are trying to use in your transaction does not match the global dimension settings in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The dimension is not assigned to the relevant organizational unit.
  The dimension is not valid for the specific transaction type.
  There are inconsistencies in the configuration of dimensions in the system.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The global dimensions may not be properly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies when users attempt to enter data.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently select the wrong dimension or enter an invalid dimension code.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dimension Configuration:
  
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