EK804 - Open item &1 already split or in repetition group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Open item &1 already split or in repetition group

What causes this issue?

During breakdown of the open items for calculating the balance forward
amount of a <DS:GLOS.2A7E8A9C5C28D311B60F0060B03C2BFF>payment plan</>,
it was determined that this item was either already broken down due to
a partial payment, or was included in the repitition group.
It cannot be processed by the payment plan.
Affected entities:
Document &V2&
Contract &V3&
Contract account &V4&

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK804 - Open item &1 already split or in repetition group ?

  The SAP error message EK804 ("Open item &1 already split or in repetition group") typically occurs in the context of invoice processing or when dealing with open items in the accounts payable module. This error indicates that the system has detected that the open item you are trying to process has already been split or is part of a repetition group, which prevents further processing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Item Already Split: The open item you are trying to work with has already been split into multiple line items. This can happen during invoice processing when the system automatically splits items based on certain criteria (e.g., different tax codes, currencies, etc.).
  
  
  Repetition Group: The item is part of a repetition group, which is a grouping of items that are processed together. This can occur in scenarios where recurring invoices or payments are involved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the open item in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for displaying documents) and checking if the item has already been split or is part of a repetition group.
  
  
  Review Document Flow: Look at the document flow to see if there are any related documents that might indicate why the item is in a split or repetition state.
  
  
  Adjust Processing: If the item is indeed split, you may need to process the individual components of the split item rather than the original item. If it is part of a repetition group, you may need to handle the entire group as a single entity.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling split items and repetition groups in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and others that can help you analyze the status of open items.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or enhancements that might affect how open items are processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EK804 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.