How To Fix GL504 - Summarization & has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Summarization & has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL504 - Summarization & has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message GL504, which states "Summarization & has been deleted," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or data summarization processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that a summarization entry that the system is trying to access or process has been deleted or is no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Data Deletion: The summarization entry may have been deleted manually by a user or through a batch job that cleans up old or unnecessary data.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings related to summarization or reporting could lead to the deletion of certain entries.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data integrity that result in the system being unable to find the required summarization entry.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the summarization data, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Deletion Logs: Review the logs or audit trails to see if the summarization entry was deleted and by whom. This can help identify if it was a manual deletion or part of a scheduled job.
  Recreate the Summarization: If the summarization entry is essential for reporting, you may need to recreate it. This can often be done through the relevant transaction codes or reports in SAP.
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the configuration settings related to summarization are correct and have not been altered inadvertently.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any integrity issues within the database.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the summarization data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or recreate summarization entries (e.g., transaction codes related to financial reporting or summarization).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial reporting and summarization processes to understand how these entries are created and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation and resolution.