How To Fix FAGL_WZ064 - Splitting rule must not contain item category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_WZ - Message Class for FAGL Wizards

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Splitting rule must not contain item category &1

What causes this issue?

An item category used in the document splitting rule is <ZH>not</>
permitted for this business transaction.
A possible cause for this is that you have copied a document splitting
rule from a business transaction that is not compatible with your target
business transaction and that therefore still contains item categories
that are not permitted in the target business transaction.

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?

Adjust the document splitting rule accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_WZ064 - Splitting rule must not contain item category &1 ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_WZ064 indicates that there is an issue with the splitting rule in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) and General Ledger (G/L) accounting. Specifically, the error states that the splitting rule must not contain a certain item category, which is represented by &1 in the message.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a document that involves a splitting rule that is not configured correctly. The splitting rule is used in the context of document splitting, which is a feature in SAP that allows for the automatic splitting of accounting documents into multiple line items based on certain criteria (e.g., profit centers, segments, etc.). The error suggests that the item category being used in the splitting rule is not allowed or is incorrectly defined.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The splitting rule may be configured to include an item category that is not valid for the type of transaction you are trying to post.
  Missing or Incorrect Item Category: The item category specified in the posting might not be compatible with the splitting rule.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on which item categories can be used in conjunction with specific splitting rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Splitting Rule Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document splitting in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant path: Financial Accounting (New) -> General Ledger Accounting (New) -> Document Splitting -> Define Splitting Rules.
  Review the splitting rules and ensure that the item categories defined do not include the one that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Review Item Categories:
  
  Identify the item category that is causing the error (the value represented by &1).
  Check if this item category is necessary for your transaction. If not, consider removing it from the splitting rule.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using allows for the item category in question.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for document types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try posting the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on document splitting and item categories.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SPRO (for configuration), FB50 (for posting), and FAGLB03 (for viewing G/L account balances).
  Document Splitting: A feature that allows for more detailed financial reporting by splitting accounting entries based on defined criteria.
  Item Categories: These are classifications used in accounting entries that determine how transactions are processed and reported.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FAGL_WZ064 error message.