How To Fix 3G475 - Distribution of liabilities according to expenses not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Distribution of liabilities according to expenses not permitted

What causes this issue?

In table T52SWCODIST (Activation of Cost Distribution), the
"Distribution of Liabilities According to Expenses" (value 2 or 3)
setting is active on the end date of the selected period.
The report does not currently support this setting.

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?

Read SAP Note 1276746.
Posting to Accounting with distribution of liabilities according to
expenses (value 2 in table T52SWCODIST) can be performed using the
RPCIPE00 report. For more information, see <DS:DE.P_CODIST>Activation of
Cost Distribution</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G475 - Distribution of liabilities according to expenses not permitted ?

  The SAP error message 3G475, which states "Distribution of liabilities according to expenses not permitted," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling when there is an attempt to distribute liabilities in a way that is not allowed by the system's configuration or business rules.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the distribution of liabilities may not allow for the method you are trying to use. This could be due to settings in the controlling area or the way the cost centers or internal orders are set up.
  Expense Type: The type of expense you are trying to distribute may not be compatible with the distribution method you are using. For example, certain expense types may not be eligible for liability distribution.
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or if there are restrictions on posting to certain periods, this could trigger the error.
  Account Assignment Issues: There may be issues with the account assignments in the document you are trying to process, such as missing or incorrect cost center or internal order assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to liability distribution. Ensure that the settings allow for the type of distribution you are attempting.
  Review Expense Types: Verify that the expense types you are trying to distribute are allowed for liability distribution. You may need to consult with your finance team or SAP consultant to understand the rules governing expense types.
  Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open and that there are no restrictions on posting to that period. If necessary, open the period or adjust the posting date.
  Account Assignment: Check the account assignments in the document. Ensure that all required fields (like cost center, internal order, etc.) are filled out correctly and that they correspond to valid entries in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance on the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to look into transaction codes like FB50 (for general ledger postings) or KSU5 (for internal order postings) to see where the error is occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions that have been identified by SAP support.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.