How To Fix G00011 - Item &1 has an invalid breakdown category &2

G00011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Item &1 has an invalid breakdown category &2

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& (in cons chart &V3&) is assigned to breakdown category &V2&.
This category does not exist.

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?

In Customizing, change the definition of item &V1&. Either specify a
different breakdown category, or none at all.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00011 - Item &1 has an invalid breakdown category &2 ?

  The SAP error message G00011, which states "Item &1 has an invalid breakdown category &2," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when there is an issue with the breakdown category assigned to a particular item. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of documents, when running reports, or while processing transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Breakdown Category: The breakdown category specified for the item does not exist or is not valid in the system. This could be due to a typo, a configuration issue, or the breakdown category being deactivated or deleted.
  
  Configuration Issues: The breakdown category may not be properly configured in the system settings, leading to inconsistencies.
  Master Data Issues: The master data associated with the item may not be set up correctly, leading to the assignment of an invalid breakdown category.
  Versioning or Changes: If there have been recent changes to the configuration or master