How To Fix KX197 - You can only make entries on empty nodes

KX197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 197

• Message text: You can only make entries on empty nodes

What causes this issue?

You tried to perform a function on an empty node. The only function you
can perform on an empty node is to enter a characteristic value.

System Response

Processing was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Deselect the empty node, position the cursor on a valid node and perform
the function again. In the process, empty nodes will automatically be
deleted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KX197 - Details

• The SAP error message KX197, which states "You can only make entries on empty nodes," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with cost center planning or similar activities. This error indicates that you are trying to enter data in a node (such as a cost center or a hierarchy node) that already has existing data or is not in a state that allows for data entry.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-empty Node: The node you are trying to enter data into already has existing entries or values.
  Hierarchy Structure: The node may be part of a hierarchy that does not allow for direct data entry.
  Planning Version: You might be working in a planning version that is not set up for data entry.
  Data Locking: The node may be locked for data entry due to other users or processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Status: Verify if the node is indeed empty. You can do this by