How To Fix G01047 - Dimension &1 is not allowed in SAP S/4HANA and will be changed for Y1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Dimension &1 is not allowed in SAP S/4HANA and will be changed for Y1

What causes this issue?

In <LS>Global Settings</>, you have defined the &V3& fiscal year as the
<LS>effective from fiscal year for line items in SAP S/4HANA</>.
In the global parameters for your user, you have specified the following
values:
Dimension &V1&
Fiscal year &V2&
In the <LS>effective from fiscal year for line items in SAP S/4HANA</>
and in later fiscal years than the effective from fiscal year, the
system status is "SAP S/4HANA". In this system status, value <ZH>Y1</>
is exclusively allowed for the <LS>Dimension</> characteristic.

System Response

The system changes dimension &V1& that you specified to Y1.

How to fix this error?

So you can work in a different dimension to Y1, in the global
parameters, you must specify dimension Y1 <ZH>and</> a fiscal year
earlier than the <LS>effective from fiscal year for line items in SAP
S/4HANA</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01047 - Dimension &1 is not allowed in SAP S/4HANA and will be changed for Y1 ?

  The SAP error message G01047 indicates that a specific dimension (denoted as &1) is not allowed in the context of SAP S/4HANA and will be changed for Y1. This error typically arises in the context of financial reporting or data modeling, particularly when working with the Universal Journal (ACDOCA) or when using the new data model in S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Dimension Restrictions: In S/4HANA, certain dimensions may be restricted or not applicable due to the new data model. This can happen if the dimension is not supported in the context of the reporting or data structure you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: The error may also stem from incorrect configuration settings in the system, where the dimensions are not properly defined or aligned with the new S/4HANA data model.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating from an older version of SAP to S/4HANA, there may be inconsistencies in the data model that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dimension Configuration: Review the configuration of the dimensions in your system. Ensure that the dimensions you are trying to use are supported in S/4HANA and are correctly set up in the system.
  Adjust Reporting Queries: If you are using reporting tools (like SAP Fiori or SAP Analytics Cloud), check the queries or reports that are generating this error. You may need to modify them to exclude unsupported dimensions.
  Data Model Alignment: Ensure that your data model aligns with the S/4HANA requirements. This may involve adjusting your data structures or reconfiguring your financial reporting settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for S/4HANA to understand the supported dimensions and any changes that may have been introduced in the latest versions.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. If necessary, reach out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP S/4HANA Data Model: Familiarize yourself with the new data model introduced in S/4HANA, particularly the Universal Journal (ACDOCA), which consolidates various financial data into a single table.
  Migration Guides: If you are migrating from an older SAP system, consult the migration guides provided by SAP to understand the changes in dimensions and data structures.
  Training and Resources: Consider training sessions or resources on S/4HANA to better understand the implications of the new data model and how to work with it effectively.
  
  By addressing the configuration and understanding the limitations of dimensions in S/4HANA, you should be able to resolve the G01047 error.