How To Fix GK532 - Item &1 &2 does not support a breakdown by subitem

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 532

• Message text: Item &1 &2 does not support a breakdown by subitem

What causes this issue?

A subitem is specified in both a data record and in the definition of
reclassification to third party for item &V2& in cons chart of accounts
&V1&. However, no breakdown by subitem is specified in the master
record of the item. Transaction data is inconsistent with Customizing
settings.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Find out whether item &V2& in cons chart of accounts &V1& requires a
breakdown by subitem, and specify a suitable breakdown category if
necessary.
In Customizing of interunit elimination methods, ensure that this
breakdown category is set for the source item for reclassification to
third party.
Run a consistency check on transaction data for item &V2&. If
necessary, run a data conversion to adjust the data.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK532 - Item &1 &2 does not support a breakdown by subitem ?

  The SAP error message GK532 indicates that the item specified (identified by &1 and &2) does not support a breakdown by subitem. This typically occurs in the context of financial documents, such as purchase orders or invoices, where the system is trying to process or display data that is not structured to allow for subitem breakdowns.
  Cause:
  
  Item Configuration: The item in question may not be configured to allow subitems. This can happen if the item type or category does not support subitem breakdowns.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on how items can be broken down. If the document type does not allow subitems, this error will occur.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in how the data was entered or structured, leading the system to believe that a subitem breakdown is being requested when it is not supported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Configuration: Review the configuration of the item in question. Ensure that it is set up to allow for subitem breakdowns if that is necessary for your business process.
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that it supports subitem breakdowns if you intend to use this feature.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entry for the item. Ensure that the item and any associated data are entered correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on item types and their capabilities regarding subitems.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or FB03 (Display Document).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK532 error and implement a suitable solution.