How To Fix FINS_FI_CLS031 - The grouping rule &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_FI_CLS - Messages used for the impairments and FXs

• Message number: 031

• Message text: The grouping rule &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Grouping rules are defined in Customizing in IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.FINSVC_VAL_GRPRL>Define Rules for Grouping Journal Entry Line
Items for Valuation</>.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_FI_CLS031 - The grouping rule &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FINS_FI_CLS031 indicates that a specific grouping rule, identified by the placeholder &1, does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during the execution of financial closing processes, particularly when trying to classify or group financial documents or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Grouping Rule: The most common cause is that the grouping rule specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration settings.
  The grouping rule was deleted or not created.
  Typographical errors in the rule name.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The grouping rule may not have been properly set up in the relevant configuration settings for financial closing.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the grouping rule was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the production environment, it may not be available.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Grouping Rule: Verify if the grouping rule exists in the system:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under Financial Accounting or Financial Closing).
  Check the settings for grouping rules to see if the specified rule is listed.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Grouping Rule:
  
  If the grouping rule does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that there are no typos in the grouping rule name being referenced in the transaction.
  
  
  Transport the Configuration: If the grouping rule was created in a different environment, ensure that it is properly transported to the environment where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to create or manage grouping rules.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for financial accounting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify grouping rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.