How To Fix GG463 - Ledgers of the Flexible G/L must have a unique splitting method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 463

• Message text: Ledgers of the Flexible G/L must have a unique splitting method

What causes this issue?

All ledgers in the Flexible General Ledger must have a unique splitting
method. You attempted to assign method &V2& to ledger &V1&. However,
splitting method &V4& is already assigned to ledger &V3&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG463 - Ledgers of the Flexible G/L must have a unique splitting method ?

  The SAP error message GG463, which states "Ledgers of the Flexible G/L must have a unique splitting method," typically occurs in the context of the New General Ledger (New G/L) functionality in SAP. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of the splitting methods assigned to different ledgers in the Flexible General Ledger.
  Cause:
  The error arises when multiple ledgers are configured with the same splitting method. In the New G/L, each ledger must have a unique splitting method to ensure that the financial data is processed correctly and consistently. The splitting method determines how the system handles the distribution of line items across different dimensions (such as profit centers, segments, etc.) during postings.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that each ledger has a unique splitting method assigned. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check Current Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger Accounting -> Business Transactions -> Document Splitting -> Define Document Splitting Methods).
  Review the splitting methods assigned to each ledger.
  
  
  
  Identify Conflicts:
  
  Identify any ledgers that are using the same splitting method. You may need to check the configuration for each ledger to see which splitting method is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Unique Splitting Methods:
  
  If you find that multiple ledgers are using the same splitting method, you will need to assign a different splitting method to one or more of the ledgers.
  You can create a new splitting method if necessary, or reassign existing ones to ensure uniqueness.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the document splitting works as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made for future reference and to maintain clarity in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Splitting: This is a feature in the New G/L that allows for the automatic splitting of line items based on certain criteria (like profit centers, segments, etc.) to provide more detailed financial reporting.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Configuration for document splitting methods.
  OBY7: Assign splitting methods to ledgers.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG463 error and ensure that your ledgers are configured correctly for document splitting in the New G/L.