How To Fix GMCUSTOM015 - Splitting rule &1 &2 should not be used for outgoing grants

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMCUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Grants Management

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Splitting rule &1 &2 should not be used for outgoing grants

What causes this issue?

This splitting rule is defined with a budget scenario of
unreleased/released budget.
In the case of outgoing grants, it usually does not make sense to have
unreleased budget. If your business process deals with budgeting
outgoing grants before these are even mapped to their incoming
counterparts, you might want to change this error to a warning, or
simply disable it.

System Response

Change your splitting rule.

How to fix this error?

This is a customizable message. Go to Customizing and change this error
to a warning if that is your requirement.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMCUSTOM015 - Splitting rule &1 &2 should not be used for outgoing grants ?

  The SAP error message GMCUSTOM015 indicates that a specific splitting rule is being incorrectly applied to outgoing grants. This error typically arises in the context of grant management within SAP, particularly when dealing with the allocation of funds or resources.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a splitting rule that is designated for a specific purpose is being used inappropriately for outgoing grants. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The splitting rule may not be configured correctly in the system for outgoing grants.
  Business Logic Violation: The rule may be intended for a different type of transaction or grant type, and using it for outgoing grants violates the business logic defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the wrong splitting rule is selected for the outgoing grant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Splitting Rule: Check the configuration of the splitting rule in the system. Ensure that it is intended for the type of transaction you are processing. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  Change the Splitting Rule: If the current splitting rule is not appropriate for outgoing grants, select a different rule that is designed for this purpose. This may involve consulting with your finance or grant management team to identify the correct rule.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the error is due to incorrect master data (e.g., grant master data), ensure that the relevant records are updated to reflect the correct splitting rules.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding the use of splitting rules in grant management to ensure compliance with established practices.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or GRANT (to manage grants) to navigate to the relevant areas in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the configuration or master data in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP grant management.