How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_UTIL013 - Field "&1" is deactivated for summarization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_UTIL - Messages for package FINS_ACDOC_UTIL

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Field "&1" is deactivated for summarization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_UTIL013 - Field "&1" is deactivated for summarization ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_UTIL013 indicates that a specific field (denoted as "&1") is deactivated for summarization in the context of financial accounting documents. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to summarize financial data, but the specified field is not configured to be included in the summarization process.
  Cause:
  
  Field Deactivation: The field in question has been deactivated for summarization in the system settings. This could be due to configuration choices made during the setup of the financial accounting module.
  Inconsistent Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the financial accounting documents, where certain fields are expected to be summarized but are not set up correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not align with the standard summarization logic, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for financial accounting (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for summarization settings and check if the field is indeed deactivated.
  If necessary, activate the field for summarization.
  
  
  
  Review Summarization Logic:
  
  Ensure that the summarization logic is correctly defined and that all necessary fields are included.
  If you are using custom fields, ensure they are properly configured to be included in the summarization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific field and summarization settings to understand the implications of activating or deactivating fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the summarization works as expected without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking field definitions and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message FINS_ACDOC_UTIL013 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.