How To Fix KG507 - Use another distribution key (& is only supported for CO-PA)

KG507 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 507

• Message text: Use another distribution key (& is only supported for CO-PA)

What causes this issue?

For the purposes of planning over more than one year, the functionality
of the CO-PA-distribution key table has been extended.
CO-PA distribution key &V1& cannot be used in General Ledger,
Cost-Center Accounting or Order Accounting.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use another distribution key defined for use in General Ledger (GP31),
cost-center accounting (KP81) or order accounting (KPH1).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG507 - Use another distribution key (& is only supported for CO-PA) ?

  The SAP error message KG507, which states "Use another distribution key (& is only supported for CO-PA)," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) in SAP. This error indicates that the distribution key you are trying to use is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Distribution Key: The distribution key you are using is not compatible with the transaction or the type of data you are working with. The error specifically mentions that the key is only supported for CO-PA, which means it cannot be used in other contexts within the CO module.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain distribution keys for specific types of transactions or postings.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly selected an incorrect distribution key during data entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Distribution Key: Review the