How To Fix KEO235 - Group &1 does not contain &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEO - Enterprise Organization

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Group &1 does not contain &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEO235 - Group &1 does not contain &2 ?

  The SAP error message KEO235 ("Group &1 does not contain &2") typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when you are trying to assign a cost element or a cost center to a group that does not include it. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Group Definition: The error indicates that the specified group (e.g., a cost center group or a cost element group) does not include the specified item (e.g., a cost center or cost element).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the group settings, where the item you are trying to use has not been added to the group.
  Data Entry Error: The item you are trying to assign may have been incorrectly entered or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the group in question (e.g., transaction code OKEQ for cost center groups).
  Verify that the item (cost center or cost element) is indeed included in the group. If it is not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Add Item to Group:
  
  If the item is missing, you can add it to the group through the appropriate configuration transaction.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the group settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Item Existence:
  
  Check if the item (cost center or cost element) exists in the system. You can use transaction codes like KS03 (Display Cost Center) or KA03 (Display Cost Element) to verify.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to cost center accounting or internal orders for additional context on group configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKEQ (for cost center groups), KS01/KS02/KS03 (for cost centers), and KA01/KA02/KA03 (for cost elements).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify group settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KEO235 error and implement a solution to resolve it.