How To Fix GK522 - Method &1 breaks down differences, but document type &2 does not

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Method &1 breaks down differences, but document type &2 does not

What causes this issue?

The method &V1& entails splitting of differences. However, the assigned
document type &V2& does not post in transaction currency.

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?

Please make the method and document type compatible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK522 - Method &1 breaks down differences, but document type &2 does not ?

  The SAP error message GK522 indicates that there is a mismatch in the document type configuration when trying to perform a breakdown of differences in a financial document. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost accounting and internal orders.
  Cause:
  The error message GK522 arises when the system attempts to execute a method that is not compatible with the specified document type. Specifically, the method being used to break down differences (e.g., for variance analysis) is not supported for the document type indicated by &2. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The document type may not be set up to allow breakdowns or may not have the necessary settings enabled.
  Incompatible Document Types: The document type being used may not support the specific method of breakdown that is being attempted.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the breakdown for the specified document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GK522 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (transaction code OBA7 or similar).
  Ensure that the document type is configured to allow breakdowns and that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Method Compatibility:
  
  Verify that the method you are trying to use for the breakdown is compatible with the document type. You may need to consult SAP documentation or your system administrator for details on which methods are supported for each document type.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the breakdown. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and permissions in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the process again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (for document type configuration) and KOB1 (for displaying actual line items).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document types and breakdown methods.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GK522 error and implement a suitable solution.