What is 'allocation rule' in SAP FI-SL - Special Purpose Ledger?

allocation rule - Overview

• Component: FI-SL

• Component Name: Special Purpose Ledger

• Description: Defines the amounts and quantities to be assessed/distributed. There are both sender and receiver rules. Sender Rules Posted amounts The posted balance amount stored in database records for the sender is posted to the receivers. Fixed amounts A specific fixed amount is allocated from the sender, independent of the balance of the senders. Fixed rates The sender is not credited with the a fixed amount , but with an amount amount that results from multiplying the fixed rate with the total of the respective receiver tracing factors. This sender value is then cleared to the receiver according to the receiver tracing factor. Receiver Rules Variable portions A variable portion is allocated / distributed to each receiver. The portion in question is calculated using amounts in the totals database. The totals database therefore serves as the basis for the allocation. Fixed amounts A fixed amount is assessed / distributed to each

allocation rule - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  An allocation rule is a tool used in the SAP FI-SL Special Purpose Ledger to define how costs and revenues are allocated to different cost centers or profit centers. It is used to ensure that costs and revenues are allocated in a consistent and accurate manner. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use an allocation rule, the user must first define the criteria for the allocation. This includes specifying the cost or revenue accounts that will be used, as well as the cost centers or profit centers that will receive the allocations. Once the criteria have been defined, the user can then create an allocation rule that will automatically allocate costs and revenues according to the criteria. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an allocation rule, it is important to ensure that all of the criteria are properly defined. This will help ensure that costs and revenues are allocated accurately and consistently. Additionally, it is important to review the allocation rule periodically to ensure that it is still valid and up-to-date. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on using allocation rules in SAP FI-SL Special Purpose Ledger, please refer to SAP Help documentation.