How To Fix GL557 - Cost center group & has been changed since the last execution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GL - FI-SL Rollup

• Message number: 557

• Message text: Cost center group & has been changed since the last execution

What causes this issue?

Cost center group &v1& has been changed since the summarization was last
executed.

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?

In order to ensure that the summarized data is consistent, set the
'Delete completely' indicator before the summarization.
Caution
If the data is only reset periodically, it is possible that the old
data (with the amount 0) will remain in the database.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GL557 - Cost center group & has been changed since the last execution ?

  The SAP error message GL557 indicates that a cost center group has been changed since the last execution of a particular transaction or report. This typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or planning, where the system detects that the underlying data (in this case, the cost center group) has been modified after the last time the report or transaction was run.
  Cause:
  
  Data Changes: The cost center group may have been modified by another user or process, which can include changes to the structure, attributes, or assignments of cost centers within that group.
  Concurrent Users: If multiple users are working on the same cost center group, one user’s changes can lead to this error for another user trying to execute a report or transaction.
  System Updates: Changes made during system updates or batch jobs that affect the cost center group can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Data: The simplest solution is to refresh the report or transaction. This can often be done by re-running the transaction after confirming that the cost center group is up to date.
  Check for Changes: Review the change logs or audit trails to identify what changes were made to the cost center group. This can help in understanding the context of the error.
  Communicate with Users: If multiple users are involved, communicate with them to ensure that everyone is aware of the changes being made to the cost center group.
  Re-execute the Transaction: After confirming that the cost center group is in the desired state, re-execute the transaction or report that generated the error.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for specific guidance related to the transaction or report you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), KSBP (Cost Centers: Plan Line Items), or others related to cost center accounting.
  Change Logs: Use transaction codes like SCDO (Change Document Objects) or SCU3 (Change Document Display) to view changes made to cost center groups.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to view and modify cost center groups, as restrictions can also lead to confusion and errors.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.