How To Fix KE/AD320 - Distribution &1 was performed for period &2 in update run

KE/AD320 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE/AD -

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Distribution &1 was performed for period &2 in update run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE/AD320 - Distribution &1 was performed for period &2 in update run ?

  The SAP error message KE/AD320 indicates that a distribution was attempted for a specific period during an update run, but it was not successful. This error typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with actual or planned data distributions in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Period Status: The period for which the distribution is being attempted may be closed or not open for posting. In SAP, periods must be open for transactions to be processed.
  
  
  Update Run Issues: The update run may have encountered issues, such as data inconsistencies or system errors, preventing the distribution from being completed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Controlling module that are not set up correctly, leading to issues during the distribution process.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting the distribution may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KE/AD320 error,