How to use GP31 - Create Distribution Key

GP31 - Overview

• Transaction Code: GP31

  Description: Create Distribution Key

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program: SAPMGPSP

    Screen: 1000

    Authorization Object: G_821S_GSP

  • Development Package: GPLN

    Package Description: FI-SL planning

    Parent Package: APPL

  • Module/Component: FI-SL-SL

    Description: Basic Functions

GP31 - Details

• SAP Tcode: GP31 - Create Distribution Key

  
  Overview:
  The SAP transaction code GP31 is used to create a distribution key in the SAP system. This key is used to assign a cost element to a cost center or an internal order. It is also used to assign a cost element to a profit center. 
  
  Functionality: 
  The GP31 transaction code allows users to create a distribution key in the SAP system. This key is used to assign a cost element to a cost center or an internal order. It is also used to assign a cost element to a profit center. The distribution key can be used for both manual and automatic postings. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter the transaction code GP31 in the command field of the SAP system. 
  2. Enter the name of the distribution key you want to create in the “Distribution Key” field. 
  3. Enter the description of the distribution key in the “Description” field. 
  4. Select the type of distribution key you want to create from the drop-down list in the “Type” field. 
  5. Select the type of posting you want to use from the drop-down list in the “Posting Type” field. 
  6. Enter the cost element you want to assign to this distribution key in the “Cost Element” field. 
  7. Enter any additional information you want to include in this distribution key in the “Additional Information” field.