How To Fix >5147 - Direct G/L transfer is not activated for document origin &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Direct G/L transfer is not activated for document origin &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5147 - Direct G/L transfer is not activated for document origin &1. ?

  The SAP error message 5147 ("Direct G/L transfer is not activated for document origin &1") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a direct General Ledger (G/L) transfer for a document origin that has not been configured to allow this type of transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of financial documents or when executing certain financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the document origin (identified by &1 in the error message) is not set up to support direct G/L transfers. Document origins are used in SAP to categorize different types of financial documents, and each origin can have specific settings that determine how transactions are processed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the direct G/L transfer for the specific document origin. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> General Ledger Accounting (New) -> Business Transactions -> Document Entry -> Activate Direct G/L Transfer
  
  
  
  
  Check Document Origin Settings:
  
  In the configuration settings, look for the document origin that corresponds to the one mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the option for "Direct G/L Transfer" is activated for that document origin.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings if Necessary:
  
  If the option is not activated, you can enable it by selecting the appropriate checkbox or option.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After making the changes, try to perform the transaction again that previously resulted in the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Origins: Document origins are defined in the system to categorize different types of financial documents (e.g., invoices, credit memos, etc.). Each origin can have specific settings that affect how documents are processed.
  Direct G/L Transfer: This feature allows for the direct posting of transactions to the G/L accounts without the need for intermediary steps, which can streamline financial processes.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes to the configuration settings in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.