How To Fix F4089 - Down payments and noted items not possible for special G/L indicator &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Down payments and noted items not possible for special G/L indicator &

What causes this issue?

You selected the noted items as the attribute for the special G/L
indicator &V1&. This special G/L account indicator is a down
payment/down payment request indicator. This combination is only
permitted for special G/L indicator F.

System Response

The system cannot accept this setting.

How to fix this error?

Change your setting for the special G/L indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4089 - Down payments and noted items not possible for special G/L indicator & ?

  The SAP error message F4089 indicates that there is an issue with processing down payments and noted items for a specific special G/L indicator. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to post a transaction that is not allowed for the specified special G/L indicator.
  Cause:
  
  
  Special G/L Indicator Configuration: The special G/L indicator you are trying to use may not be configured to allow down payments or noted items. Special G/L indicators are used in SAP to differentiate between various types of transactions, and each indicator can have specific settings that determine what types of postings are allowed.
  
  
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type associated with the special G/L indicator may not support down payments or noted items. This can happen if the indicator is set up for a specific purpose that does not include these types of transactions.
  
  
  Account Settings: The account linked to the special G/L indicator may have restrictions that prevent down payments or noted items from being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the special G/L indicator in transaction code OBXR.
  Verify that the indicator is set up to allow down payments and noted items. If not, you may need to adjust the settings or choose a different special G/L indicator that supports these transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with down payments and noted items. You can check this in the configuration settings for the transaction types.
  
  
  
  Account Settings:
  
  Review the account settings associated with the special G/L indicator. Ensure that the account is configured to allow the types of transactions you are trying to post.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on the special G/L indicator and its allowed transactions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBXR: Configuration for special G/L indicators.
  FB60: Entering vendor invoices.
  F-47: Down payment request.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions involving special G/L indicators.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.