How To Fix AH457 - Sub-transactions &1 in comp. code &2 div. &3 acct det. ID &4 inconsistent

AH457 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 457

• Message text: Sub-transactions &1 in comp. code &2 div. &3 acct det. ID &4 inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The account determination is inconsistent for sub-transactions &V1& in
company code &V2&, division &V3& and account determination
characteristic &V4&. Please read the detailed information.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

AH457 - Details

• The SAP error message AH457 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the sub-transactions for a specific combination of company code, division, and account determination ID. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with account assignments and transaction processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The sub-transaction settings for the specified account determination ID may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the relevant accounts, such as G/L accounts or cost centers, may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, inconsistencies may have been introduced during the migration process.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements may have introduced inconsistencies in how sub-transactions are handled.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for account determination in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Verify that the sub-transactions are correctly defined for the specified account determination ID,