How To Fix F4816 - Message when posting not possible (statistical posting)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Message when posting not possible (statistical posting)

What causes this issue?

In the case of statistical postings (noted items), a warning is not
possible for liabilities.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4816 - Message when posting not possible (statistical posting) ?

  The SAP error message F4816 indicates that a posting is not possible due to a statistical posting issue. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that is not allowed to be recorded in the financial accounting system as a statistical entry. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Statistical Posting Restrictions: The system may be configured to restrict certain types of postings as statistical entries. This can happen if the account or transaction type does not allow statistical postings.
  Account Configuration: The account you are trying to post to may not be set up to accept statistical postings. This can be due to the account type or settings in the chart of accounts.
  Document Type: The document type used for the posting may not support statistical postings.
  Transaction Type: The specific transaction type you are using may not be configured to allow statistical postings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Configuration: