How To Fix 1GL021 - No general ledger variant for specified selection criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1GL - BKK: Hauptbuchintegration

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No general ledger variant for specified selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1GL021 - No general ledger variant for specified selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message 1GL021 ("No general ledger variant for specified selection criteria") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific General Ledger (G/L) variant, but the system cannot find a suitable variant based on the selection criteria you provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Variant: The G/L variant that you are trying to use is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you entered do not match any existing G/L variants.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Financial Accounting (FI) module that prevent the system from recognizing the G/L variant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified G/L variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > G/L Account Creation > Define G/L Account Variants).
  Ensure that the G/L variant you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Double-check the selection criteria you are using in the report or transaction. Make sure they align with the existing G/L variants.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI consultant or system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the G/L variant. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Define G/L Account Variants
  FS00: Create/Change G/L Account
  FBL3N: Display G/L Account Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.