How To Fix KG511 - Use another distribution key (time frame)

KG511 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Use another distribution key (time frame)

What causes this issue?

The time interval in which distribution key &V1& was defined can no
longer be assigned to the interval in the application since the
intervals are too far apart. The error can occur, for example, if the
distribution key was defined for year YY instead of YYYY.

System Response

An error message is issued because when the initial period was defined
for the distribution key, there was an overflow.

How to fix this error?

Use another distribution key whose values are defined for the period
used.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG511 - Use another distribution key (time frame) ?

  The SAP error message KG511 ("Use another distribution key (time frame)") typically occurs in the context of cost allocation or distribution processes within SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity allocation or distribution of costs.
  
  Cause:
  The error message KG511 is triggered when the distribution key being used for a cost allocation or distribution does not have a valid time frame for the specified period. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Time Frame: The distribution key may not be valid for the period you are trying to process. This could be due to the key being set up with a specific validity period that does not include the current date or period.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The distribution key may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies in how it can be applied.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data associated with the distribution key may not be complete or may