How To Fix GK684 - System utilization does not support any method settings.

GK684 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 684

• Message text: System utilization does not support any method settings.

What causes this issue?

No settings on the method level were made in the system utilization for
<DS:GLOS.consolidation_of_investments>consolidation of investments.</>
This may be intentional because the related data has been maintained at
the global level.

System Response

Maintenance of the fields in the consolidation of investments method
not allowed.

How to fix this error?

In the system utilization for
<DS:GLOS.consolidation_of_investments>consolidation of investments</>
choose the setting 'by method' in each area.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GK684 - Details

• The SAP error message GK684 ("System utilization does not support any method settings") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity-based costing or planning scenarios. This error indicates that the system's configuration does not allow for the selected method settings due to the current utilization settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly for the specific method you are trying to use. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area or the activity type.
  Utilization Settings: The system utilization settings may not be compatible with the method settings you are trying to apply. For example, if the system is set to a certain type of utilization (like "No utilization"), it may not support certain costing methods.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to cost centers, activity types, or other relevant objects that