How To Fix KX497 - Field group name &1 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 497

• Message text: Field group name &1 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

The given name is not valid for field groups.
SAP-delivered field groups begin with 0/1/.../9, customer-created field
groups must begin with letters: A/B/C/.../Z

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?

Enter a valid name as detailed above.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX497 - Field group name &1 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message KX497, which states "Field group name &1 is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) when there is an issue with the field group configuration in the system. This error indicates that the specified field group name is not valid or not allowed in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Field Group Name: The field group name specified in the configuration or transaction does not exist or is not defined correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified field group.
  Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the controlling area or the settings related to the field groups in the CO module.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to reject the field group.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Group Name: Verify that the field group name specified in the transaction or configuration is correct. Ensure that it matches the names defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) and check the settings for field groups in the relevant CO area. Make sure that the field group is defined and configured properly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field group. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the CO module to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the field group and its usage in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KEBE (for CO-PA) or KSV5 (for CO) to review and analyze the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for additional help from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP CO for further assistance.