How To Fix EPIC_FLOWSCODE036 - Field &1 is suppressed for posting key &2 on G/L acct. &3 of co. code &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPIC_FLOWSCODE - Messages for flows code

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Field &1 is suppressed for posting key &2 on G/L acct. &3 of co. code &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPIC_FLOWSCODE036 - Field &1 is suppressed for posting key &2 on G/L acct. &3 of co. code &4 ?

  The SAP error message EPIC_FLOWSCODE036 indicates that a specific field is suppressed for a particular posting key on a General Ledger (G/L) account within a company code. This typically occurs during the posting process in financial transactions when certain fields are not allowed to be filled based on the configuration of the G/L account or the posting key.
  Cause:
  
  Field Suppression: The field mentioned in the error message is suppressed for the specified posting key. This means that the configuration for the G/L account does not allow data entry for that field when using the specified posting key.
  Posting Key Configuration: The posting key may have been configured to restrict certain fields for specific types of transactions (e.g., debit or credit).
  G/L Account Settings: The G/L account settings may not allow certain fields to be populated based on the account type (e.g., asset, liability, expense, revenue).
  Company Code Settings: The company code settings may impose restrictions on certain fields for specific transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Posting Key Configuration: Check the configuration of the posting key in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  Transaction Code: OB41 (for posting keys)
  Ensure that the posting key allows the field in question to be populated.
  
  
  
  Check G/L Account Settings: Review the settings for the G/L account in question.
  
  Transaction Code: FS00 (for G/L account master data)
  Ensure that the account is set up correctly and that it allows the necessary fields for the intended transactions.
  
  
  
  Field Status Group: Check the field status group assigned to the G/L account.
  
  Transaction Code: OBY6 (for field status groups)
  Ensure that the field status group allows the field to be filled for the relevant posting key.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status: In SAP, field status controls whether a field is required, optional, or suppressed during data entry. This is crucial for ensuring data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
  Posting Keys: Posting keys are used in SAP to determine the type of transaction (debit or credit) and the fields that are relevant for that transaction.
  G/L Account Types: Different types of G/L accounts (e.g., asset, liability, income, expense) have different requirements and restrictions regarding field entries.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, it may be necessary to involve your SAP technical team or a consultant to further investigate the underlying cause.