How To Fix K0198 - Group & was only used locally before

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K0 - Error Messages for Central Controlling Routines

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Group & was only used locally before

What causes this issue?

Group &V1& has not been created, and is added only after saving to the
database. The where-used list for this group is also created when the
group is saved.
Group &V1& has not been used before this current maintenance.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K0198 - Group & was only used locally before ?

  The SAP error message K0198 ("Group & was only used locally before") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to use a cost center group or a similar grouping that has not been defined for global use. This error indicates that the group you are trying to use is only defined for local purposes and cannot be utilized in the context you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Local Definition: The group you are trying to use has been defined only for local purposes (e.g., in a specific controlling area) and is not available for global use across other areas or contexts.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the group has not been properly set up to be used in the desired context.
  Data Consistency: The group may have been deleted or modified in a way that it is no longer recognized in the current context.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Group Definition: Verify