How To Fix >4699 - General ledger items cannot be proposed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 699

• Message text: General ledger items cannot be proposed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4699 - General ledger items cannot be proposed ?

  The SAP error message "4699 - General ledger items cannot be proposed" typically occurs during the process of posting or processing financial transactions in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to propose general ledger (G/L) accounts for the transaction due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Missing G/L Account Assignment: The G/L account that should be used for the transaction is not defined or is missing in the relevant configuration.
  Account Group Restrictions: The account group associated with the G/L account may have restrictions that prevent it from being used in the current transaction.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the G/L accounts available for posting.
  Document Type Configuration: The document type used for the transaction may not allow the posting of certain G/L accounts.
  Inactive G/L Accounts: The G/L account may be inactive or blocked for posting.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration: Verify that the G/L account is correctly configured in the system and is active. Ensure that it is assigned to the correct account group.
  Review Account Group Settings: Check the settings of the account group to ensure that it allows postings for the type of transaction you are trying to execute.
  Validate Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the G/L accounts you are trying to post to.
  Document Type Settings: Review the document type settings to ensure that it allows the posting of the G/L accounts in question.
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data is in place and correctly configured. This includes checking for valid cost centers, profit centers, and other relevant data.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master Data), OBD2 (Document Types), or OBY6 (Account Groups) to check configurations.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.