How To Fix G3561 - Subitem category &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 561

• Message text: Subitem category &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The current data record should have been posted to
<DS:GLOS.financial_statement_item>FS item</> <ZH>&V2&</> in
<DS:GLOS.consolidation_chart_of_accounts>cons chart of accounts</>
<ZH>&V1&</>. The non-existent subitem category <ZH>&V4&</> is assigned
to this item in its <DS:GLOS.breakdown_category>breakdown category</>.

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?

One of the following caused the error:
Incorrect subitem category
Change breakdown category <ZH>&V3&</> in Consolidation Customizing and
assign the correct subitem category.
Incorrect breakdown category
Change item <ZH>&V2&</> in Consolidation Customizing and assign the
correct breakdown category.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3561 - Subitem category &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message G3561, which states "Subitem category &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when a specific subitem category is referenced in a transaction or configuration but is not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The subitem category referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect subitem category code that does not match any existing entries in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the subitem category may not have been included or properly transported to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the configuration for subitem categories. Ensure that the subitem category you are trying to use is defined.
  If it is not defined, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the subitem category in the appropriate configuration area (e.g., under Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the subitem category in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly entered and matches the defined categories in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport included all necessary objects and configurations. You may need to re-transport or manually create the missing subitem category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on subitem categories relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking or configuring subitem categories, such as OX15 (for defining subitem categories).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify subitem categories in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.