How To Fix GK704 - Breakdowns by 'subitem' require a subitem category

GK704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Breakdowns by 'subitem' require a subitem category

What causes this issue?

You are trying to select data for <DS:GLOS.subitem>subitems</> without
having specified a <DS:GLOS.subitem_category>subitem category</>.
However, subitems are category-dependent.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Also specify a subitem category in order to establish the subitems.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK704 - Breakdowns by 'subitem' require a subitem category ?

  The SAP error message GK704 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of breakdowns by 'subitem' in the system. This error typically arises when the system expects a subitem category to be defined for a breakdown but cannot find one. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Subitem Category: The primary cause of this error is that the subitem category has not been defined in the system. When you attempt to perform a breakdown by subitem, SAP requires a corresponding subitem category to process the request.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the breakdown structure or the specific module you are working with (e.g., Controlling, Project System).
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, the error can occur due to incorrect data entry or missing data in the relevant fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Subitem Category:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP.
  Go to the relevant area where