How To Fix G01802 - Method &1: Trigger: Incorrect item type for item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Method &1: Trigger: Incorrect item type for item &2

What causes this issue?

In step &V3& of reclassification method &V1&, you have specified the
item &V2& in the trigger. You have assigned this reclassification method
to reclassification task &V4&. In this task, you have selected the <LS>
Assets Held for Sale</> checkbox.
When you define the trigger item in the reclassification method for this
type of task, the item type depends on the setting that you selected for
<LS>Processing Type of Assets Held for Sale</> in the reclassification
method:
If the processing type is <LS>Consolidation Units Held for Sale</> or
<LS>Partner Units Held for Sale</>, you can use only balance sheet items
as the trigger.
If the processing type is <LS>Discontinued Consolidation Units</> or
<LS>Discontinued Partner Units</>, you can use only income statement
items as the trigger.
If the processing type is <LS>Equity-Method Investee Units Held for Sale
</>, you must use the statistical balance items for scopes of reported
data as the trigger in the equity method posting.
The item type for item &V2& does not meet the above requirement.

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?

Adjust the Customizing settings for the trigger of reclassification
method &V1& as described above by ensuring you only define items with an
appropriate item type as the trigger.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01802 - Method &1: Trigger: Incorrect item type for item &2 ?

  The SAP error message G01802, which states "Method &1: Trigger: Incorrect item type for item &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's financial or logistics modules, particularly when dealing with document processing or item management. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected item type and the actual item type being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item type being processed does not match the expected type for the method being called. This could happen if the item type is not configured correctly in the system or if the wrong item type is being used in a transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that define which item types are valid for certain processes or methods.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered incorrect data or selected the wrong item type during transaction processing.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling item types correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Type Configuration: Review the configuration settings for item types in the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management, Sales and Distribution). Ensure that the item types are correctly defined and that they match the expected types for the processes being executed.
  Validate Data Entry: Ensure that the correct item type is being used in the transaction. If users are entering data manually, provide training or guidelines to minimize errors.
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles item types and adheres to the expected logic.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific method and item types to understand the requirements and constraints.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the mismatch is occurring. This may involve checking the parameters being passed to the method and ensuring they align with the expected values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking custom developments or SE37 (Function Module) for analyzing function modules.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.