How To Fix G01585 - Value of subitem cat to be reset for source-item &1 (method &2, entry &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Value of subitem cat to be reset for source-item &1 (method &2, entry &3)

What causes this issue?

A rule for reclassifications to minority interest when posting
apportionments to source item &V1&, has been defined in method &V2& and
entry &V3&. In the method definition, source subitem category &V4& was
entered for this source item. However according to the master record,
this source item has no breakdown by subitem category.

System Response

The previous value &V4& for the source subitem category is reset.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01585 - Value of subitem cat to be reset for source-item &1 (method &2, entry &3) ?

  The SAP error message G01585 indicates that there is an issue with the subitem category for a specific source item in the system. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management, material management, or financial transactions where subitems are used to categorize or differentiate between various components of a main item.
  Cause:
  The error message "Value of subitem cat to be reset for source-item &1 (method &2, entry &3)" suggests that the system has detected an inconsistency or an invalid value for the subitem category associated with the specified source item. This can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The subitem category may not be properly defined or may not match the expected values for the source item.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the data being processed.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the item may have been incorrectly maintained, leading to invalid subitem categories.
  Transaction Errors: Errors during transaction processing that affect the subitem category.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G01585 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the source item (material or financial item) to ensure that the subitem category is correctly defined and valid.
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or FS03 (Display G/L Account) to check the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to subitem categories in the relevant modules (e.g., Inventory Management, Material Management).
  
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Reset Subitem Category: If the subitem category is indeed invalid, you may need to reset it to a valid value. This can often be done through the relevant transaction or by using a program to update the data.
  
  
  Check Transaction Logs: Review any transaction logs or error logs to identify if there were any specific actions that triggered the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the root cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for material management (MM) and financial accounting (FI) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error G01585 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.