How To Fix FIN_CFIN028 - COGS split settings in &1 already defined in General Ledger Accounting.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_CFIN - Central Finance integration

• Message number: 028

• Message text: COGS split settings in &1 already defined in General Ledger Accounting.

What causes this issue?

You already maintained the settings for splitting the Cost of Goods Sold
(COGS) in General Ledger Accounting. You can either define the settings
for COGS split in Customizing of General Ledger Accounting, or in this
Customizing of Central Finance.

System Response

You cannot save your entry.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entry for company code.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customizing in General Ledger Accounting (
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_FCOC_COGS_SCHEME>Define Accounts for Splitting the Cost of
Goods Sold</>).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_CFIN028 - COGS split settings in &1 already defined in General Ledger Accounting. ?

  The SAP error message FIN_CFIN028 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) split settings in the General Ledger Accounting (G/L) module. This error typically arises when there are attempts to define COGS split settings that have already been established for a particular ledger or company code.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Configuration: The error occurs when you try to create or modify COGS split settings that already exist in the system for the specified ledger or company code.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry or configuration process, leading to an attempt to redefine existing settings.
  System Migration or Upgrade: If the system has been recently migrated or upgraded, there may be remnants of old configurations that conflict with new entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Go to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Periodic Processing > Cost of Goods Sold Split.
  Review the existing COGS split settings for the specified ledger or company code to confirm if they are already defined.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Settings:
  
  If you find that the settings are indeed defined, you can either modify them as needed or delete the existing configuration if it is no longer required.
  Ensure that any changes made do not disrupt existing financial reporting or processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to COGS split settings to ensure compliance with best practices and to understand the implications of any changes.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OBY6 (for G/L account settings), and others that may be pertinent to your specific setup.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on COGS split settings.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIN_CFIN028 error and ensure that your COGS split settings are correctly configured in SAP.