How To Fix 88217 - Creation of splitting filters is not supported for re.partner &1 in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Creation of splitting filters is not supported for re.partner &1 in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88217 - Creation of splitting filters is not supported for re.partner &1 in &2 ?

  The SAP error message 88217, which states "Creation of splitting filters is not supported for re.partner &1 in &2," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with splitting functionality in financial documents, particularly in the context of account assignments and partner functions.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Partner Function: The partner function specified (represented by &1) is not compatible with the splitting functionality in the context of the document type or the configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for splitting in the financial accounting module may not support the creation of splitting filters for the specified partner type or document type (represented by &2).
  
  
  Missing Customization: There may be missing or incorrect customization in the system that prevents the creation of splitting filters for the specified partner.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Review the