How To Fix 68661 - Error while creating a planned record to clear a G/L account item

68661 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 661

• Message text: Error while creating a planned record to clear a G/L account item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68661 - Error while creating a planned record to clear a G/L account item ?

  The SAP error message 68661, which states "Error while creating a planned record to clear a G/L account item," typically occurs during the clearing process of General Ledger (G/L) accounts. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The error may occur if there is missing or incorrect data in the G/L account items that you are trying to clear. This could include missing account assignments, incorrect document types, or invalid amounts.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the clearing settings for the G/L account. This includes settings related to the clearing method, tolerance groups, or account types.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the clearing operation, leading to this error.
  
  
  Open Items: If there are open items that cannot be cleared due to various reasons (e.g., different currencies, mismatched amounts),