How To Fix 1I164 - No GL posting type is defined for GL process &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1I - BCA: General Ledger Integration

• Message number: 164

• Message text: No GL posting type is defined for GL process &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1I164 - No GL posting type is defined for GL process &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1I164 ("No GL posting type is defined for GL process &1") typically occurs when there is a missing configuration for the General Ledger (GL) posting type in the system. This error is related to the financial accounting module in SAP and indicates that the system cannot find a defined posting type for the specified GL process.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The GL posting type for the specified GL process has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Customization: If the system has been customized, the necessary settings for the GL posting type may have been inadvertently removed or not set up correctly.
  Incorrect Process Type: The GL process being referenced may not be valid or may not have been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Define G/L Account Posting Types.
  Verify if the posting type for the specified GL process is defined. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Define Posting Type:
  
  If the posting type is not defined, you can create a new entry by specifying the necessary details such as the posting type, description, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Check for Customization:
  
  If your organization has customized the GL processes, ensure that the customization is correctly set up and that the necessary posting types are included.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or your internal documentation for any specific configurations that may be required for your organization’s GL processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBY6 (for defining posting types) or OBD2 (for defining document types) depending on your specific requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the GL configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting.