How To Fix GK787 - No entry with breakdown category &1 exists in the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 787

• Message text: No entry with breakdown category &1 exists in the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK787 - No entry with breakdown category &1 exists in the database ?

  The SAP error message GK787 indicates that there is no entry in the database for the specified breakdown category. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis where a specific breakdown category is expected but not found in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The breakdown category you are trying to use has not been configured in the system.
  Data Not Loaded: The relevant data for the breakdown category has not been loaded into the database.
  Incorrect Input: The breakdown category specified in the transaction or report may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the specified breakdown category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Controlling, Financials) and verify if the breakdown category is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or configure it according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Verification:
  
  Ensure that the necessary data has been loaded into the system. This may involve running data load jobs or checking if the data is available in the relevant tables.
  You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables for entries related to the breakdown category.
  
  
  
  Input Validation:
  
  Double-check the input for the breakdown category in the transaction or report. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and matches the expected values in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the breakdown category. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the breakdown categories relevant to your module.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on the specific module you are working with, as breakdown categories can vary by module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK787 error and implement a solution.