How To Fix FMSPLIT034 - Rule-based account assignment distributions exceed 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMSPLIT - Rule-Based Distributions to Multiple Account Assignments

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Rule-based account assignment distributions exceed 100%

What causes this issue?

The Rule-Based Account Distributions tool processed this account
assignment line, but the distribution rules applied resulted in more
than the original amount being allocated. This error is caused by
incorrect distribution rule definitions.

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?

Review the Rule-Based Account Distribution rules with transaction
FMSPLITMAINT and correct the distribution rule.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMSPLIT034 - Rule-based account assignment distributions exceed 100% ?

  The SAP error message FMSPLIT034 indicates that the rule-based account assignment distributions exceed 100%. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where the system is trying to allocate amounts to different accounts based on predefined rules, but the total allocation exceeds the allowable limit of 100%.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Distribution Rules: The distribution rules set up in the system may not be correctly configured, leading to a total percentage that exceeds 100%.
  Multiple Rules: If multiple rules are applied to the same transaction, their combined percentages may exceed 100%.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments are made to the distribution percentages without ensuring they total 100%, this error can occur.
  Data Entry Errors: Errors in data entry when defining the distribution percentages can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Distribution Rules: Check the distribution rules defined in the system. Ensure that the total percentage for all rules applied to a single transaction does not exceed 100%.
  Adjust Percentages: If the total exceeds 100%, adjust the percentages so that they sum to exactly 100%. This may involve reducing some percentages or redistributing them among the accounts.
  Check for Overlapping Rules: Ensure that there are no overlapping rules that could be causing the total to exceed 100%. If necessary, consolidate or modify the rules.
  Test Transactions: After making adjustments, test the transactions again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for setting up rule-based account assignments to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for account determination) or FSP0 (for financial statement version) to review and adjust the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that users responsible for setting up these rules have the appropriate roles and permissions to make necessary changes.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment before applying changes in the production environment to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMSPLIT034 error and ensure that your account assignment distributions are correctly configured.