How To Fix FAGL_REORG_SEG301 - Document splitting is not active for characteristic Segment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_REORG_SEG -

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Document splitting is not active for characteristic Segment

What causes this issue?

You are trying to execute a segment reorganization, but this is not
possible.
In the general ledger, payable and receivable items are assigned to a
segment using document splitting. Either document splitting is not
active in any of the company codes included in the reorganization, or
<LS>Segment</> is not defined as a characteristic for document splitting
in this client. For more information about document splitting, see
Customizing for <LS>General Ledger Accounting</> under <LS>Business
Transactions -> Document Splitting -> Information on Document Splitting
</>.

System Response

The system cannot select payable or receivable lines.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Define <LS>Segment</> as a characteristic for document splitting in
Customizing for <LS>General Ledger Accounting</> under <LS>Business
Transactions -> Document Splitting -> Define Document Splitting
Characteristics for General Ledger Accounting</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_REORG_SEG301 - Document splitting is not active for characteristic Segment ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_REORG_SEG301 indicates that document splitting is not active for the characteristic "Segment." This error typically arises during the execution of certain financial processes, such as document reorganization or posting, where the system expects document splitting to be configured for the segment characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Document Splitting Not Configured: The primary cause of this error is that document splitting has not been activated for the segment characteristic in the configuration settings of the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Missing Segment Assignment: The segment characteristic may not be assigned to the relevant company code or ledger, leading to the system not recognizing it during document processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings related to document splitting, such as missing or incorrect settings in the Financial Accounting configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAGL_REORG_SEG301 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Splitting Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Document Splitting > Define Document Splitting Characteristics.
  Ensure that the segment characteristic is defined and activated for document splitting.
  
  
  
  Activate Document Splitting for the Segment:
  
  If the segment characteristic is not active, you will need to activate it. This may involve adjusting the settings in the document splitting configuration to include the segment.
  
  
  
  Assign Segment to Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the segment is properly assigned to the relevant company code or ledger. This can be checked in the same configuration area where document splitting is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Document Splitting Settings:
  
  Check the overall document splitting settings to ensure that they are correctly configured for your business requirements. This includes reviewing the splitting rules and ensuring that they align with your financial reporting needs.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that document splitting works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on document splitting to understand its implications and configuration requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (for document splitting settings) and FAGL_REORG (for document reorganization) to facilitate troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting to further investigate the configuration and resolve the issue.