How To Fix GK271 - & exists as a consolidation group in the hierarchies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 271

• Message text: & exists as a consolidation group in the hierarchies

What causes this issue?

You are trying to assign an object as a consolidation unit. However,
this object already exists as a consolidation group in the dimension.
The type of object (consolidation unit or group) must be unique
throughout a dimension.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Please create only objects of an unambiguous type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK271 - & exists as a consolidation group in the hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message GK271 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the consolidation group in the hierarchies. This error can occur in the context of financial consolidation processes, particularly when working with SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Financial Consolidation.
  Cause of Error GK271
  The error message GK271 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Hierarchy Structure: The consolidation group you are trying to use may not be properly defined in the hierarchy. This could be due to missing nodes or incorrect relationships between nodes.
  
  
  Group Exists in Multiple Hierarchies: The consolidation group may exist in multiple hierarchies, leading to conflicts or ambiguity in the consolidation process.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the hierarchy, such as duplicate entries or inconsistencies in the group definitions.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the hierarchy related to the consolidation group.
  
  
  Solution to Error GK271
  To resolve the GK271 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definitions:
  
  Review the hierarchy structure in the SAP system to ensure that the consolidation group is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all nodes are properly linked and that there are no missing or duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Review Group Assignments:
  
  Check if the consolidation group is assigned to multiple hierarchies. If so, determine which hierarchy should be used and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data in the hierarchy to ensure there are no inconsistencies or integrity issues. This may involve running data checks or using SAP tools to identify problems.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify the hierarchy. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (for managing consolidation groups) or KSH1 (for managing cost center hierarchies) that may help in resolving the issue.
  Community 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 and resolve the cause of the GK271 error in your SAP system.