How To Fix 1GL023 - No general ledger variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1GL - BKK: Hauptbuchintegration

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No general ledger variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1GL023 - No general ledger variant ?

  The SAP error message 1GL023: No general ledger variant typically occurs when the system cannot find a valid general ledger (G/L) variant for the transaction you are trying to execute. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during posting transactions, running reports, or executing financial operations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing G/L Variant: The G/L variant has not been defined in the system for the company code or the specific transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the G/L account or the company code may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the G/L variant.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be linked to a valid G/L variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define G/L Variant:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (Customizing) ? Financial Accounting ? General Ledger ? Master Data ? G/L Accounts ? G/L Account Creation.
  Ensure that a G/L variant is defined for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the G/L account and ensure that the correct G/L variant is assigned.
  Check the settings under Financial Accounting ? General Ledger ? Master Data ? G/L Account ? G/L Account Creation.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the G/L variant. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Verification:
  
  Check if the transaction type being used is correctly linked to a G/L variant. This can be done in the configuration settings for the specific transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (to define G/L variants) or OB52 (to check posting periods) to troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 1GL023: No general ledger variant and continue with your financial operations in SAP.