How To Fix GK656 - Reported financial data is inconsistent

GK656 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Reported financial data is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The financial reporting data concerning the activity numbers
&V1&&V2&&V3&&V4&
is not consistent.
Financial data is inconsistent when different activities, investee
units, years or periods have been specified under the same activity
number.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GK656 - Details

• The SAP error message GK656, which states "Reported financial data is inconsistent," typically indicates that there is a discrepancy in the financial data reported in the system. This inconsistency can arise from various sources, such as data entry errors, issues with the configuration of financial reporting, or problems with the underlying data in the database.
  Causes of GK656 Error
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in financial documents can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in financial reporting settings or in the integration between different modules (e.g., FI, CO) can cause discrepancies.
  Posting Errors: Incorrect postings in the general ledger or sub-ledgers can lead to inconsistencies in reported financial data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies due to differences in data formats or structures.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Incomplete or incorrect master data (e.g., vendor, customer, or material master) can lead to inconsistencies in