How To Fix KM843 - You can delete or create entries in consol. group master data maintenance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 843

• Message text: You can delete or create entries in consol. group master data maintenance

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can create or delete year-dependent settings via the Customizing
activity <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OKKP>"Maintain Controlling Area"</>,
under <LS>Goto -> Control Indicators</>.
You can then activate Profit Center Accounting in this activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM843 - You can delete or create entries in consol. group master data maintenance ?

  The SAP error message KM843 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the maintenance of consolidation group master data. This error can occur when you attempt to delete or create entries in the consolidation group master data, but the system is preventing you from doing so due to certain conditions not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The consolidation group master data might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the delete or create operations.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be existing dependencies or constraints that prevent the deletion or creation of entries.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts changes to the consolidation group master data during certain periods (e.g., during a financial closing).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Locking: Ensure that no other users are currently editing the consolidation group master data. You can check for locks using transaction code SM12.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any existing dependencies or constraints that might be preventing the operation. This may involve checking related master data or transaction data.
  System Configuration: If the system is configured to restrict changes during certain periods, you may need to wait until the period is open for changes or consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to adjust the settings.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To check for locks.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  OB52: To check and manage posting periods.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KM843 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or updates.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.