How To Fix 6P477 - Splitting indicator & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 477

• Message text: Splitting indicator & is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P477 - Splitting indicator & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message "6P477 Splitting indicator & is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of document splitting in financial accounting. This error indicates that the splitting indicator you are trying to use is not permitted for the specific transaction or document type you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Splitting Indicator: The splitting indicator you are trying to use may not be configured correctly in the system or is not allowed for the specific type of document you are processing.
  Configuration Issues: The document splitting settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module may not be set up to allow the use of the specified splitting indicator.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on which splitting indicators can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Splitting Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document splitting in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Document Splitting > Define Splitting Characteristics.
  Ensure that the splitting indicator you are trying to use is correctly defined and allowed for the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type you are using (Transaction code: OBA7).
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow the specified splitting indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to make changes, consult with your SAP Basis or FI functional consultant. They can help you understand the implications of changing splitting indicators and ensure that the configuration aligns with your organization's accounting policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the document can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  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 certain criteria, which helps in generating more detailed financial reports.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  OBA7: For document type settings.
  FB50: For posting general ledger documents, where you might encounter this error.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, it may be beneficial to look into SAP Notes or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.