How To Fix 3G649 - Characteristics for doc. splitting/general ledger determined locally

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 649

• Message text: Characteristics for doc. splitting/general ledger determined locally

What causes this issue?

You are working in an integrated system, which means that Human
Resources and Accounting run in the same system. For this reason, the
function module 'FAGL_INFO_GET' has been started locally.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G649 - Characteristics for doc. splitting/general ledger determined locally ?

  The SAP error message 3G649, which states "Characteristics for doc. splitting/general ledger determined locally," typically occurs in the context of document splitting and general ledger accounting in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the necessary characteristics for document splitting or general ledger postings based on the configuration or the data provided.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The document splitting settings may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the splitting characteristics, such as profit centers, segments, or other dimensions.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) may not be maintained or may be incomplete.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not be configured to allow for the necessary splitting characteristics.
  Local Settings: The system may be trying to determine characteristics locally instead of using the global settings, which can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document splitting in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the splitting characteristics are correctly defined and that the necessary settings for the general ledger are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Verify that all relevant master data is correctly maintained. This includes checking that profit centers, cost centers, and other relevant dimensions are set up and active.
  
  
  
  Document Type Review:
  
  Check the document type settings to ensure that they are configured to allow for the necessary splitting characteristics. This can be done in the configuration settings for financial accounting.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  Try posting a document with different characteristics to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is related to specific data or configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the posting process to identify where the system is failing to determine the characteristics.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Splitting: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the automatic splitting of accounting documents into multiple line items based on defined characteristics. It is often used in scenarios where financial reporting needs to be done at a more granular level.
  General Ledger Accounting: This is the core of financial accounting in SAP, where all financial transactions are recorded and managed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  FB50: For posting general ledger documents.
  OBY6: For document splitting settings.
  
  
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.