How To Fix G01828 - Method &1: source assignment: incorrect item type in item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 828

• Message text: Method &1: source assignment: incorrect item type in item &2

What causes this issue?

In step &V3& of reclassification method &V1&, you have specified the
item &V2& as the source assignment. 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 source assignment 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</>, <LS>
Partner Units Held for Sale</>, <LS>Discontinued Consolidation Units</>,
or <LS>Discontinued Partner Units</>, you should not specify an explicit
source assignment.
If the processing type is <LS>Equity-Method Investee Units Held for Sale
</>, you must use the items <LS>Assets Held for Sale</> or <LS>
Liabilities Held for Sale</> as the source assignment.
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 source assignment in
reclassification method &V1& as outlined above by making sure 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 G01828 - Method &1: source assignment: incorrect item type in item &2 ?

  The SAP error message G01828, which states "Method &1: source assignment: incorrect item type in item &2," typically occurs in the context of a process where a method is being called that expects a certain type of item, but the item provided does not match the expected type. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a program, transaction, or when working with specific modules in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The most common cause of this error is that the item type being processed does not match the expected type for the method being called. For example, if a method is designed to handle a specific type of document (like a purchase order) but receives a different type (like a sales order), this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected item types for certain processes.
  Data Integrity Issues: If the data being processed has been corrupted or incorrectly entered, it may lead to mismatches in item types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Types: Review the item types being passed to the method. Ensure that the item type of item &2 matches the expected type for method &1. You may need to refer to the documentation for the specific method to understand what item types are acceptable.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see what values are being passed to the method. This can help identify where the incorrect item type is being introduced.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the process you are working on. Ensure that all settings are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that it is correct and complete. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific method and item types involved. This can provide insights into the expected parameters and any constraints.
  
  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: Depending on the context of the error, you may want to look into specific transaction codes that relate to the process you are working on (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, VA01 for sales orders).
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in the specific module you are working with.