How To Fix FCO_SFIN113 - Item &1: Sum of the factors is 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCO_SFIN - FI-CO Simplified Financials

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Item &1: Sum of the factors is 0

What causes this issue?

In BAdI FCO_COGS_SPLIT_BASIS, the values you returned in changing
parameter table CTS_SPLIT_FACTOR for position number &V1& cause the
factors to sum to zero. This is not allowed.
Item &V1& cannot be split.

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?

Change the factors so that the sum of the factors assigned to position
&V1& in changing parameter table CTS_SPLIT_FACTOR is not zero.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCO_SFIN113 - Item &1: Sum of the factors is 0 ?

  The SAP error message FCO_SFIN113 with the description "Item &1: Sum of the factors is 0" typically occurs in the context of financial postings or calculations, particularly when dealing with the calculation of amounts that involve factors or weights. This error indicates that the system has encountered a situation where the sum of the factors used in a calculation is zero, which is not permissible for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Zero Factors: The most common cause of this error is that the factors (e.g., percentages, weights) used in the calculation for the item in question sum up to zero. This can happen if:
  
  All factors are zero.
  There are missing or incorrect entries in the relevant fields.
  The configuration of the calculation is incorrect.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the relevant financial documents or master data can lead to this situation.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If the financial configuration (e.g., in the financial accounting module) is not set up correctly, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Factors: Review the factors associated with the item in question. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that their sum is not zero. If they are supposed to contribute to a calculation, at least one of them should have a non-zero value.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries for the financial document or transaction. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing values.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to the financial calculations. This may involve reviewing the settings in the financial accounting module or any custom calculations that have been implemented.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and its context. This may provide insights into common pitfalls or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger), FBL1N (Vendor Line Items), or others related to financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message FCO_SFIN113 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.