How To Fix GK686 - Reported equity data: Subitem set does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Reported equity data: Subitem set does not exist.

What causes this issue?

You specified set &V2& as a subitem set when reporting investee equity
data for activity &V1&. This set does not exist.

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?

Create the subitem set &V2& or specify an existing subitem set for
activity &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK686 - Reported equity data: Subitem set does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message GK686, which states "Reported equity data: Subitem set does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting, particularly when dealing with equity data in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific subitem set that is required for processing reported equity data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The subitem set that is being referenced in the report or transaction may not have been configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the data that references the subitem set.
  Version Issues: If there are multiple versions of the data or reports, the version being used may not have the required subitem set defined.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for equity reporting in SAP. Ensure that the subitem set is defined correctly in the relevant configuration tables (e.g., T001, T001W, etc.).
  If the subitem set does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry: 
  
  Review the data entries that are being processed. Ensure that the subitem set being referenced is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data that might lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Review Versioning: 
  
  If applicable, check if you are using the correct version of the report or data set. Ensure that the version you are working with has the necessary subitem set defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the equity data and the subitem set. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring and managing equity data and subitem sets.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB58 (for defining subitems) or other related financial reporting transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address 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 the cause of the GK686 error and implement a solution to resolve it.