How To Fix >5148 - Document &1 was not posted with direct G/L transfer.

>5148 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 148

• Message text: Document &1 was not posted with direct G/L transfer.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5148 - Document &1 was not posted with direct G/L transfer. ?

  The SAP error message 5148 indicates that a document was not posted with a direct General Ledger (G/L) transfer. This error typically arises during the posting process in financial transactions, particularly when dealing with intercompany transactions or when transferring amounts between different accounts.
  Causes of Error 5148
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The G/L account may not be configured correctly for direct postings. This can include settings related to account types, posting keys, or document types.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to post to the specified G/L account.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction date, preventing the document from being posted.
  
  
  Account Assignment Issues: There may be issues with the account assignment, such as missing or incorrect cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the transaction may not allow direct G/L postings.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If the transaction involves multiple