How To Fix GL506 - Summarization & has been changed

GL506 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Summarization & has been changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL506 - Summarization & has been changed ?

  The SAP error message GL506, which states "Summarization & has been changed," typically occurs in the context of General Ledger (GL) accounting when there are inconsistencies or changes in the summarization settings for a particular account or set of accounts. This error can arise during various processes, such as posting transactions, running reports, or executing closing activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Summarization Settings: The summarization settings for a GL account may have been modified after transactions were posted, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to changes in configuration or master data.
  Concurrent Changes: If multiple users are making changes to the summarization settings simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts.
  Custom Developments: Custom programs or enhancements that interact with GL accounts may inadvertently cause changes to summarization settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the change logs for the GL account to identify what changes were made to the summarization settings. This can