How To Fix KM697 - Select one profit center only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 697

• Message text: Select one profit center only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM697 - Select one profit center only ?

  The SAP error message KM697 ("Select one profit center only") typically occurs in the context of Profit Center Accounting (PCA) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires the selection of a single profit center, but multiple profit centers have been selected instead.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A user tries to execute a report or transaction that requires a single profit center as input, but multiple profit centers are selected in the input screen.
  The system is designed to process data for only one profit center at a time for certain operations, such as posting, reporting, or analysis.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KM697 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Input Selection: Go back to the input screen where you encountered the error. Check the selection criteria for profit centers.
  
  
  Select a Single Profit Center: Ensure that you only select one profit center. If you have multiple profit centers selected, deselect all but one.
  
  
  Re-run the Transaction: After making the necessary adjustments to your selection, re-run the transaction or report.
  
  
  Check for Default Settings: If you frequently encounter this error, check if there are any default settings or user parameters that might be causing multiple profit centers to be selected by default.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific transaction or report requirements, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to Profit Center Accounting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to Profit Center Accounting, such as KSB1 (Display Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Order Line Items), or others.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to access the profit center data you are trying to work with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message KM697. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are addressed in later updates.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.