How To Fix PRC_MESSAGES_EXT711 - No group key routine available -> Entry deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_MESSAGES_EXT -

• Message number: 711

• Message text: No group key routine available -> Entry deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_MESSAGES_EXT711 - No group key routine available -> Entry deleted ?

  The SAP error message PRC_MESSAGES_EXT711 indicates that there is no group key routine available for the specified entry, which has led to the entry being deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with cost planning, budgeting, or project-related data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Group Key Routine: The primary cause of this error is that the system is unable to find a suitable group key routine for the specified entry. Group key routines are used to determine how costs or revenues are aggregated or distributed across different cost objects or projects.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area or project settings that prevents the system from identifying the correct routine.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may be incomplete or corrupted, leading to the inability to find the necessary routines.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the relevant controlling area or project. Ensure that the group key routines are properly defined and assigned.
  Use transaction codes like OKKP (for controlling area settings) or CJ20N (for project management) to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Group Key Routines:
  
  Check if the group key routines are defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Ensure that the routines are correctly assigned to the relevant cost elements or projects.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed to ensure that it is complete and correct. Look for any missing entries or inconsistencies that could lead to this error.
  If necessary, run data consistency checks or reports to identify any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message. There may be specific notes or patches available that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items), and KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to analyze the data related to the error.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PRC_MESSAGES_EXT711 in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error. Other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.