How To Fix GLT1203 - Item category &1 not obligatory in process &2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLT1 - Split processor: Maintain control tables

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Item category &1 not obligatory in process &2/&3

What causes this issue?

You have selected <DS:DE.LINETYPE>item category</> &V1&. This item
category is not obligatory in <DS:DE.GLPROCESS>accounting
transaction</> &V2&, <DS:DE.GLPROCVARI>variant</> &V3&. This could
prevent the <DS:DE.SPLITMETHD>splitting rule</> for an actual document
being processed correctly.

System Response

Item category cannot &V1& be entered.

How to fix this error?

Either choose an item category marked as obligatory, or define &V1& as
obligatory.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLT1203 - Item category &1 not obligatory in process &2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message GLT1203, which states "Item category &1 not obligatory in process &2/&3," typically occurs in the context of the SAP General Ledger (GL) or during the processing of financial documents. This error indicates that the system expects a certain item category to be mandatory for the specified process, but it is not set as such.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The item category in question may not be configured as obligatory for the specific process type in the system settings.
  Document Type Settings: The document type associated with the transaction may not have the required item category set as mandatory.
  Process Type Settings: The process type (e.g., a specific transaction or document flow) may not require the item category to be obligatory, leading to this error when the system expects it to be.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the item categories in the SAP system. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under Financial Accounting (FI) settings.
  Ensure that the item category in question is set to be obligatory for the relevant process type.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings associated with the transaction. Ensure that the item category is marked as mandatory if it is required for the process.
  You can find this in the configuration for document types under Financial Accounting.
  
  
  
  Adjust Process Type Settings:
  
  If the process type does not require the item category to be obligatory, you may need to adjust the settings or the way the transaction is being processed to align with the system's expectations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the item category and process type in question. This can provide insights into standard practices and configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), FB01 (for posting documents), and others that may be relevant to your specific process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions that may not be covered in standard documentation.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights from other users who have encountered the same error.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.