How To Fix KE0C201 - Distribution key is inconsistent -> see long text

KE0C201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE0C - CO-PA: Customizing checks

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Distribution key is inconsistent -> see long text

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a valid distribution key.
There are two ways to specify a distribution key:
Manual entry
Enter one distribution key for currency amounts and one for quantities.
Derivation based on the field "Access"
You can determine the distribution key based on an individual object by
entering an <DS:DE.RKE_PLSZ>access</>. For more information about this,
see the options for distribution keys in the Implementation Guide under
"Planning".

How to fix this error?

Enter one of the two options described.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE0C201 - Distribution key is inconsistent -> see long text ?

  The SAP error message KE0C201, which states "Distribution key is inconsistent -> see long text," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a distribution or assessment cycle. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the distribution key that you are using for the cycle.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Distribution Key: The distribution key you are using may not be properly defined or may have inconsistencies in the configuration.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to the distribution key (such as cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers) may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Incorrect Settings in the Cycle: The settings in the distribution or assessment cycle may not align with the distribution key requirements.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that the distribution key relies on, such as missing entries or incorrect assignments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration