How To Fix F3016 - Special G/L indicator & is not allowed for bill of exchange

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F3 - Payment program configuration

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Special G/L indicator & is not allowed for bill of exchange

What causes this issue?

A bill of exchange is to be created. However, the special G/L indicator
has either not been created or the category of the indicator is not
"bill of exchange".

How to fix this error?

Enter a special G/L indicator of the category "bill of exchange".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F3016 - Special G/L indicator & is not allowed for bill of exchange ?

  The SAP error message F3016 ("Special G/L indicator & is not allowed for bill of exchange") typically occurs when there is an attempt to process a bill of exchange (BoE) using a special general ledger (G/L) indicator that is not configured to be used with bills of exchange in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Special G/L Indicator: The special G/L indicator being used is not set up to allow transactions related to bills of exchange.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the special G/L indicator may not include the necessary settings for bills of exchange.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on the use of specific special G/L indicators.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for special G/L indicators in SAP (Transaction Code: OBXR).
  Verify that the special G/L indicator you are trying to use is allowed for bills of exchange. If it is not, you may need to either change the indicator or modify its configuration.
  
  
  
  Modify the Special G/L Indicator:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can modify the special G/L indicator settings to allow it for bills of exchange.
  Ensure that the indicator is set up correctly in the "Special G/L Transactions" section.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Special G/L Indicator:
  
  If the current special G/L indicator cannot be modified, consider using a different indicator that is configured to work with bills of exchange.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to the configuration, it may be best to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for details on special G/L indicators and their configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBXR (for special G/L indicators) and F-02 (for general journal entries).
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the bill of exchange can be processed successfully.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the F3016 error and successfully process bills of exchange in your SAP system.