How To Fix GP360 - Enter a different distribution key (fiscal year-specific)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 360

• Message text: Enter a different distribution key (fiscal year-specific)

What causes this issue?

Distribution key &V1& is a distribution key that has been created for
multiple-year planning in profitability analysis.

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?

Call up distribution key maintenance from the profitability analysis
menu (transaction KEV2).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP360 - Enter a different distribution key (fiscal year-specific) ?

  The SAP error message GP360 "Enter a different distribution key (fiscal year-specific)" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Public Sector Management (PSM) or Funds Management (FM) modules. This error indicates that the distribution key you are trying to use is not valid for the fiscal year you are working with. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year-Specific Distribution Key: The distribution key you are trying to use is defined for a specific fiscal year, and the current transaction is not aligned with that fiscal year.
  Configuration Issues: The distribution key may not be properly configured in the system for the fiscal year you are working in.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong distribution key or fiscal year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Distribution Key: Verify that the distribution key you are using is valid for the fiscal year in question. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Select a Different Key: If the distribution key is indeed fiscal year-specific, you may need to select a different distribution key that is valid for the current fiscal year.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the distribution keys in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that the distribution keys are set up correctly for the fiscal years you are working with.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on how distribution keys work and their fiscal year dependencies.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Funds Management and Public Sector Management, such as FMX1 (Create Budget) or FMX2 (Change Budget), to better understand where the error might be occurring.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct use of distribution keys and the importance of fiscal year alignment in their transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GP360 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.