How To Fix KM696 - The dummy profit center is not assigned correctly. Cleanup by saving.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 696

• Message text: The dummy profit center is not assigned correctly. Cleanup by saving.

What causes this issue?

Not all company codes are assigned to the dummy profit center.

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?

Go to the tab page for company code assignment in master data
maintenance in the application menu. Here, add the required company
code assignments.
After this message, choose save. <ZH>Note:</> The display of company
code assignments to the dummy profit center can be misleading. You can
be sure that all company codes have been assigned if this message does
not appear any longer when you display the dummy profit center again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM696 - The dummy profit center is not assigned correctly. Cleanup by saving. ?

  The SAP error message KM696, "The dummy profit center is not assigned correctly. Cleanup by saving," typically occurs in the context of Profit Center Accounting (PCA) when there is an issue with the assignment of a dummy profit center in a transaction or configuration. This error can arise during various processes, such as posting transactions, running reports, or executing certain functions within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Assignment: The dummy profit center may not be correctly assigned to the relevant cost center, internal order, or other master data elements.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for profit centers may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that reference the dummy profit center.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may not be compatible with the dummy profit center settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profit Center Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant master data (e.g., cost center, internal order) and verify that the dummy profit center is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the dummy profit center is valid and active in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Profit Center Accounting (transaction code SPRO) and check the settings related to profit center assignments.
  Ensure that the dummy profit center is properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there are inconsistencies in the data, you may need to clean up the data by correcting or removing erroneous entries.
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (for cost centers) or KOB1 (for internal orders) to review and correct any problematic postings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message KM696 for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1 (Cost Center Reports), KOB1 (Order Reports), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KM696 for any specific patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Profit Center Accounting: Understanding the basics of Profit Center Accounting and how dummy profit centers are used can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KM696 error in your SAP system.