How To Fix KW855 - Group & is already in use.

KW855 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 855

• Message text: Group & is already in use.

What causes this issue?

Group &v1& is already being used

System Response

Group &v1& cannot be used here

How to fix this error?

Please choose another group.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW855 - Group & is already in use. ?

  The SAP error message KW855 ("Group & is already in use.") typically occurs in the context of managing master data, particularly when dealing with groups in SAP. This error indicates that the group you are trying to modify or delete is currently being used in another context, such as in a transaction, assignment, or configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Assignments: The group you are trying to modify or delete has active assignments or is linked to other objects (e.g., users, materials, etc.).
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are utilizing the group.
  Configuration Dependencies: The group might be part of a configuration that is currently active or in use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Assignments: Review the assignments of the group to see where it is being used. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using reports that show group assignments.
  Close Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions that are using the