How To Fix GK511 - Recursive definition of the consolidation version

GK511 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Recursive definition of the consolidation version

What causes this issue?

The definition of the consolidation version contains the recursion
&V1&

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?

Change the base version assignments in the consolidation versions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GK511 - Details

• The SAP error message GK511, which states "Recursive definition of the consolidation version," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Consolidation module (part of SAP Financials). This error indicates that there is a circular reference in the definition of a consolidation version, which can prevent the system from processing the consolidation correctly.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a recursive or circular reference in the consolidation version setup. This means that the version is defined in such a way that it refers back to itself, either directly or indirectly through other versions. This can happen if:
  
  A consolidation version is set to include itself in its own calculation.
  There are interdependencies between multiple versions that create a loop.
  Incorrect configuration or setup of the consolidation versions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GK511 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Consolidation Version Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the consolidation version in SAP.
  Check the definition of the version