How To Fix GK290 - Selecting consolidation units is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Selecting consolidation units is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Consolidated financial data can only belong to the consolidation group
level. The system validates the values of the specified consolidation
group itself and for all of its lower-level consoldition groups. In
this case, delimiting consolidation units is not be usefully
interpreted and is therefore not permitted.

System Response

No validation will be performed.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that consolidated data needs to be validated. If it does,
restrain from delimiting consolidation units in the selection screen.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK290 - Selecting consolidation units is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message GK290, which states "Selecting consolidation units is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error can arise when users attempt to select or manipulate consolidation units in a way that is not permitted by the system's configuration or business rules.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The consolidation units may not be properly configured in the system, leading to restrictions on selection.
  User Authorizations: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to select or manipulate certain consolidation units.
  Data Locking: The consolidation units may be locked for processing, preventing any changes or selections.
  Incorrect Transaction: The user might be using a transaction that does not allow for the selection of consolidation units.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or settings in place that restrict the selection of certain units based on the current context (e.g., period, type of consolidation).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the consolidation units in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the necessary parameters are in place.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and select the consolidation units. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Unlock Data: If the consolidation units are locked, check with the relevant team to unlock them or to understand why they are locked.
  Use Correct Transaction: Ensure that the user is using the correct transaction code for the task they are trying to perform. Refer to the SAP documentation for the appropriate transaction.
  Consult Business Rules: Review any business rules or guidelines that may be affecting the selection of consolidation units. This may involve discussions with finance or accounting teams to understand the rationale behind the restrictions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP BPC, SAP S/4HANA) for detailed information on consolidation processes and restrictions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK290 error and implement a suitable solution.