How To Fix KE171 - Fields GJAHR and PERDE have to be in summarization level &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Fields GJAHR and PERDE have to be in summarization level &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE171 - Fields GJAHR and PERDE have to be in summarization level & ?

  The SAP error message KE171 indicates that there is an issue with the summarization level in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically related to the fields GJAHR (Fiscal Year) and PERDE (Period). This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific summarization level, but the fiscal year and period fields are not aligned with the expected values.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Summarization Level: The summarization level you are trying to use does not match the fiscal year and period settings in your report or transaction.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the summarization levels in the CO module may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect fiscal year or period information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Summarization Level: Ensure that the summarization level you are using is appropriate for the fiscal year and period you are working with. You may need to adjust the settings in your report or transaction.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the CO module and verify that the summarization levels are correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? Controlling ? General Controlling ? Data Transfer ? Define Summarization Levels.
  
  
  Adjust Fiscal Year and Period: Make sure that the fiscal year (GJAHR) and period (PERDE) you are using in your report or transaction are valid and exist in the system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your CO data to ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items) to analyze the data and see if the fiscal year and period are correctly populated.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on summarization levels and their configuration in the CO module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Controlling module for further assistance.