KM070 - Group & does not contain any profit centers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Group & does not contain any profit centers

What causes this issue?

Profit center group &V1& does not contain any profit centers.

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?

Choose a profit center group which contains profit centers or assign
profit centers to group &V1& using the function <DS:TRAN.KCH2>Change
profit center group</>.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM070 - Group & does not contain any profit centers ?

  The SAP error message KM070, which states "Group & does not contain any profit centers," typically occurs in the context of Profit Center Accounting (PCA) within SAP. This error indicates that the specified group does not have any associated profit centers, which can prevent certain transactions or reports from being processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profit Centers: The specified group in the error message does not have any profit centers assigned to it. This can happen if profit centers were not created or assigned correctly.
  Incorrect Grouping: The group may have been defined incorrectly or may not have been updated to include the relevant profit centers.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the group name or ID being referenced in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for profit centers in SAP (Transaction Code: KE52 for changing profit center master data).
  Verify that the group in question is correctly defined and that it includes the necessary profit centers.
  
  
  
  Assign Profit Centers:
  
  If profit centers are missing, you will need to create or assign the appropriate profit centers to the group.
  Use Transaction Code KE51 to create a new profit center if needed.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the profit centers you expect to be in the group are active and correctly configured.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the master data that might prevent the profit centers from being recognized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on profit center groups and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KE51: Create Profit Center
  KE52: Change Profit Center
  KE53: Display Profit Center
  KSH1: Create Profit Center Group
  KSH2: Change Profit Center Group
  KSH3: Display Profit Center Group
  
  
  
  Profit Center Accounting: This is a part of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, which allows organizations to analyze their profitability by different segments, such as products, regions, or departments.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Controlling.