How To Fix PRS170 - Only one split item exist

PRS170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRS - Message class for PROF_SERV packages.

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Only one split item exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRS170 - Only one split item exist ?

  The SAP error message PRS170 ("Only one split item exists") typically occurs in the context of project management or when dealing with project-related data in SAP. This error indicates that the system is expecting multiple split items (for example, in a project structure or cost distribution), but it has found only one.
  
  Cause:
  
  Single Split Item: The error arises when a function or transaction expects multiple split items for processing, but only one is available. This can happen in scenarios like cost distribution, where the system anticipates multiple entries for a particular project or cost center.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project system that are not set up to allow for multiple split items.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or incomplete data might lead to the system recognizing only one split item.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Project Structure: Review the project structure to ensure that it is set up correctly and that multiple