How To Fix EP103 - Error SHKZG neither D nor C ( & )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EP - Messages for Posting Area

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Error SHKZG neither D nor C ( & )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EP103 - Error SHKZG neither D nor C ( & ) ?

  The SAP error message EP103: Error SHKZG neither D nor C typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document postings in SAP. This error indicates that the system expects a specific value for the field SHKZG (which stands for "Debit/Credit Indicator") but is receiving an unexpected value.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid SHKZG Value: The SHKZG field is expected to contain either 'D' (Debit) or 'C' (Credit). If it contains any other value or is left blank, this error will be triggered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial document types or account settings that are leading to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can also lead to this issue, where the user might have entered an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the SHKZG Field: Ensure that the SHKZG field is populated correctly with either 'D' or 'C'. If you are using a custom program or transaction, verify that the logic populating this field is correct.
  Review Document Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the document types in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly to handle debit and credit postings.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your input forms or programs to prevent invalid values from being entered into the SHKZG field.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration settings that could be causing the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify where the invalid value is being set.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes related to financial postings, such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), etc.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on financial postings and the significance of the SHKZG field.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are using custom enhancements, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting the posting logic.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.