How To Fix EP003 - Only enter 1 document segment for standard account determination

EP003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EP - Messages for Posting Area

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Only enter 1 document segment for standard account determination

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EP003 - Only enter 1 document segment for standard account determination ?

  The SAP error message EP003 ("Only enter 1 document segment for standard account determination") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with account determination in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system expects only one document segment to be defined for a particular account determination process, but it has found multiple segments or an incorrect configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Document Segments: The error usually arises when there are multiple document segments defined for a standard account determination, which is not allowed.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the account determination settings or in the financial document types can lead to this error.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the account determination logic, they might inadvertently allow multiple segments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Determination Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for account determination in the SAP system (usually found in the Financial Accounting (FI) module).
  Ensure that only one document segment is defined