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

KE171 - Overview

• 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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KE171 - Details

• 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