How To Fix GK696 - Error in &1 / &2 / &3 / &4 (cons group/unit/activity/number)

GK696 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Error in &1 / &2 / &3 / &4 (cons group/unit/activity/number)

What causes this issue?

Errors occured in the following combination of consolidation group,
investee, activity and activity number:
&V1& / &V2& / &V3& / &V4&
See the succeeding error messages that follow.

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?

Examine the following error messages.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GK696 - Details

• The SAP error message GK696 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration or processing of a controlling (CO) document, specifically in the context of cost center accounting, internal orders, or other controlling objects. The error message format suggests that it is related to a specific combination of a cost center group, unit, activity, or number.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area, cost center, or internal order may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders) may be missing or not activated.
  Invalid Assignment: There may be an invalid assignment of cost elements or cost centers to the controlling area.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect or incomplete entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the specified