How To Fix GP355 - Distribution key & has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Distribution key & has been deleted

What causes this issue?

The distribution key and the description in all languages have been
deleted.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP355 - Distribution key & has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message GP355, which states "Distribution key & has been deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with payroll or personnel administration. This error indicates that the distribution key you are trying to use has been marked as deleted in the system, which means it can no longer be utilized for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Distribution Key: The distribution key you are trying to access has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to data maintenance activities or changes in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The distribution key may not have been properly configured or may have been inadvertently removed during system updates or changes.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or during an upgrade, the distribution key may not have been correctly transferred or may have been marked as deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Distribution Key: Verify if the distribution key exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., transaction code SPRO for configuration).
  Restore the Distribution Key: If the distribution key was deleted but is still needed, you may need to restore it. This can involve re-creating the distribution key in the system.
  Update Configuration: If the distribution key is no longer needed, ensure that any references to it in your payroll or personnel administration processes are updated to use a valid distribution key.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the distribution key to understand its purpose and how it should be configured.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), PA30 (for personnel administration), and PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll processing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on distribution keys.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to access the distribution key has the necessary authorizations to view or modify it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GP355 error and implement a solution to resolve it.