How To Fix KE705 - The summarization levels are not used -> inconsistencies exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 705

• Message text: The summarization levels are not used -> inconsistencies exist

What causes this issue?

The catalog of the summarization levels is inconsistent.
Field &V2& is contained in the field list for summarization level &V1&.
However, this field is not in the list of allowed fields
(TKETRREF).

System Response

The transaction did not abend. However, the summarization data will not
be used until the inconsistencies have been eliminated.

How to fix this error?

Call up the function for maintaining the summarization levels. You can
clean up the inconsistencies there. The system will delete field &V2&
from all the levels which contain the error.
If you still run across the error, check in OSS
for a note concerning the error message <ZH>KE704</>. The problem may
already be known.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE705 - The summarization levels are not used -> inconsistencies exist ?

  The SAP error message KE705, which states "The summarization levels are not used -> inconsistencies exist," typically occurs in the context of CO (Controlling) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other CO-related reporting and summarization processes. This error indicates that there are inconsistencies in the summarization levels that are defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Summarization Levels: The error usually arises when the summarization levels defined in the system do not match the data that is being processed. This can happen if:
  
  The summarization levels have been changed or deleted after data has already been posted.
  There are inconsistencies in the configuration of the summarization levels in the CO-PA settings.
  Data has been posted to a summarization level that is no longer valid or has been incorrectly defined.
  
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: If the configuration for the summarization levels is incomplete or incorrect, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are issues with the integrity of the data in the CO-PA tables, it can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Summarization Levels: Review the summarization levels defined in the system. Ensure that they are correctly configured and that there are no inconsistencies. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Reconcile Data: If there are inconsistencies, you may need to reconcile the data. This could involve:
  
  Running reports to identify the inconsistencies.
  Correcting any erroneous postings or configurations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the summarization levels have been changed, you may need to adjust the configuration to ensure that they align with the existing data. This may involve:
  
  Re-defining the summarization levels.
  Ensuring that all relevant settings in the CO-PA configuration are consistent.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like KE4S (for summarization levels) to check and adjust the settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to KE705 for specific guidance on resolving this error.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex data integrity issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports) and KE4S (for summarization levels).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to KE705 for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  Data Consistency Checks: Regularly perform data consistency checks in your CO-PA module to prevent such issues from arising in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies that are causing the KE705 error in your SAP system.