Can WBS element be adopted as splitting characteristic for general GL

Question

Hello :
In our PS module implementation, the client requires that WBS element be picked up in the line item of account payable (vendor)  during logistic invoice verification.  Currently, we managed to post below document:
   Dr:    GR/IR   -  WBS1
            GR/IR  -   WBS2
            VAT
      Cr:  Account payable (vendor)
I am wondering whether WBS element can be selected as splitting characteristic for general GL? Therefore, WBS element can be posted for account payable.
As fas as I know, in IMG only three characteristics: Segment, profit center and business area are preferred as   splitting characteristic for general GL.  WBS element is regarded as splitting characteristic for Controlling.
Does anybody has experience on using  WBS element as  splitting characteristic for general GL?
Cheers

Answer 1

Hello,
You can add PS_PSP_PNR to the ledger scenarios with the transaction FAGL_GINS which intends to be used for updating the open item and sum tables of the New GL. after that PS_PSP_PNR can be defined as splitting criteria for controlling, but  can not be defined as splitting criteria  for general ledger.
The reason for this is that it cannot be guaranteed that such fields as PS_PSP_PNR are supplied with values on the account receivables/payables by the standard FI and integration processes. The settings as
zero balance or mandatory field can lead to errors in the system. Therefore we do not recommend the usage of such fields as split criteria for the general ledger.
While PS_PSP_PNR can be defined as split criteria for controlling, so the relevant lines are splitted on the Profit & Loss accounts which are relevant for the CO account assignments.
With Best Regards,
Gladys