How To Fix KEO207 - Copying is not possible because groups appear more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEO - Enterprise Organization

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Copying is not possible because groups appear more than once

What causes this issue?

You are only allowed to create or change a group if all of the
subgroups appear at most once in the group. The system determined,
however, at least one group that appears more than once.

System Response

The function is not executed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEO207 - Copying is not possible because groups appear more than once ?

  The SAP error message KEO207 ("Copying is not possible because groups appear more than once") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to copy or transfer data between different controlling objects, such as cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers. This error indicates that there are duplicate entries in the group you are trying to copy, which prevents the operation from being completed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected that the same group (or group of objects) is listed more than once in the source data you are trying to copy. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The group you are trying to copy has been defined multiple times in the source data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the groups are configured in the system, leading to duplicates.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that have led to the same group being referenced multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KEO207 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Review the group definitions in the source data. Look for any duplicate entries that may exist.
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (for cost centers) or KOB1 (for internal orders) to analyze the data and identify duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you will need to remove or consolidate them. This may involve adjusting the configuration or the data itself.
  
  
  
  Review Group Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the groups are correctly configured in the system. Check the settings in the controlling area and make sure that each group is unique.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to ensure that there are no other underlying issues with the data that could be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling groups in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1, KOB1, KSV5, etc., for analyzing cost center and order data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KEO207 error in SAP.