How To Fix FACI_ANA117 - Number of different profitability segments is too large.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FACI_ANA - Messages for analysis routines in function group FACI

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Number of different profitability segments is too large.

What causes this issue?

Several different result objects of the CO-PA are posted in your
document. You have also specified in your settings that any exchange
rate difference or cash discount clearing items that may occur in
relation to the result object during the payment process should be
split.

System Response

In this case, the document split cannot be carried out because it can
otherwise lead to an overflow of the FI line number during the payment
process and then the payment cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

Splitting the exchange rate difference or cash discount clearing items
in terms of the result object must be deactivated to be able to carry
out the document split. If you are unable to deactivate this setting
because splitting these items is necessary for your operational
processes, you cannot use the document split for incoming and outgoing
invoices.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FACI_ANA117 - Number of different profitability segments is too large. ?

  The SAP error message FACI_ANA117 indicates that the number of different profitability segments in a given context exceeds the allowed limit. This typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to analyze or report on profitability data that involves too many unique segments.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: SAP has predefined limits on the number of different profitability segments that can be processed in a single report or analysis. If your data set includes more unique segments than this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Data Volume: Large volumes of data with many unique characteristics (like customer, product, region, etc.) can lead to this issue.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the Profitability Analysis settings may also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Segments: Try to limit the number of profitability segments you are analyzing. This can be done by:
  
  Filtering the data to include only relevant segments.
  Aggregating data to reduce the number of unique segments.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in your Profitability Analysis to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the characteristics and value fields used in your analysis.
  
  
  Use Different Reporting Tools: If the standard reporting tools are hitting limits, consider using alternative reporting tools or methods, such as:
  
  SAP BW (Business Warehouse) for more complex reporting needs.
  Custom ABAP reports that can handle larger datasets.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that can help resolve specific error messages.
  
  
  Performance Optimization: If you are consistently running into this issue, consider optimizing your data model or the way data is structured in your Profitability Analysis to better handle large volumes of segments.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Profitability Analysis for more details on limits and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (Report for Profitability Analysis) and KE24 (Line Item Display) to better understand how to manage and analyze profitability data.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP CO-PA for further assistance.