How To Fix F3018 - Special G/L indicator & must be a noted item

F3018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F3 - Payment program configuration

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Special G/L indicator & must be a noted item

What causes this issue?

The special G/L indicator for bill of exchange payment requests must be
a noted item.

How to fix this error?

Enter a special G/L indicator which is a noted item.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F3018 - Special G/L indicator & must be a noted item ?

  The SAP error message F3018 indicates that a special G/L indicator is required for a transaction, and it must be classified as a noted item. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting when dealing with special G/L transactions, such as down payments, guarantees, or other special postings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Special G/L Indicator: The transaction you are trying to post requires a special G/L indicator, but it has not been specified in the document.
  
  Configuration Issues: The special G/L indicator may not be properly configured in the system, or the account settings may not allow for the transaction type you are trying to post.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the special G/L indicator settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Document: Ensure that the document you are trying to post includes a valid special G/L indicator. You can do this by reviewing the line items in the document.
  Assign a Special