How To Fix GG458 - IMPORTANT: Note the restrictions for document splitting (--> help)

GG458 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 458

• Message text: IMPORTANT: Note the restrictions for document splitting (--> help)

What causes this issue?

This message points out certain risks involved with document splitting.

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?

Be aware of the following:
Document splitting can significantly increase your data volume. You may
experience performance problems if the number of posted documents is
large. If you have a large number of documents in your system, it is
essential that you contact your SAP consultants to decide whether
document splitting can be implemented at all.
There is presently no program that can handle euro conversion of data
that was created using document splitting. Document splitting can
therefore only be implemented after completion of euro conversion.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG458 - IMPORTANT: Note the restrictions for document splitting (--> help) ?

  The SAP error message GG458, which states "IMPORTANT: Note the restrictions for document splitting," typically arises in the context of document splitting in financial accounting. Document splitting is a feature in SAP that allows for the automatic splitting of accounting documents into multiple line items based on certain criteria, such as profit centers, segments, or other dimensions.
  
  Cause:
  The error message GG458 usually indicates that there are restrictions or limitations related to document splitting that are not being met. Common causes include:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The document splitting configuration may not be set up correctly in the system. This includes settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module related to document splitting.
  
  
  Missing Characteristics: The document may lack the necessary characteristics (like profit center or segment) that are required for splitting.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect account assignments.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions