How To Fix F4866 - Posting key & is still defined with special G/L indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 866

• Message text: Posting key & is still defined with special G/L indicator

What causes this issue?

The names of different special G/L indicators are still maintained in
table TBSLT for posting key &V1&. The posting key can only be deleted
if these names are deleted.

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?

Delete the texts by choosing <LS>Goto -> Special G/L indicator</>. Once
you have done this, then delete the posting key.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4866 - Posting key & is still defined with special G/L indicator ?

  The SAP error message F4866 indicates that there is an issue with the posting key being used in conjunction with a special G/L indicator. This error typically arises when you attempt to post a transaction that involves a special G/L transaction (like down payments, guarantees, etc.) but the posting key you are using is not configured correctly to handle that special G/L indicator.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Posting Key: The posting key you are using is not set up to handle the special G/L indicator associated with the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration in the Financial Accounting (FI) module may not be aligned with the requirements for special G/L transactions.
  Missing Special G/L Indicator: The special G/L indicator may not be defined for the specific posting key in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB14 (for posting keys) and check the configuration of the posting key you are using.
  Ensure that the posting key is allowed to handle special G/L transactions. You may need to adjust the settings to include the special G/L indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Special G/L Indicator:
  
  Use transaction code OBXR to check the configuration of special G/L indicators.
  Ensure that the special G/L indicator you are trying to use is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate posting keys.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Posting Key:
  
  If the current posting key is not appropriate for the special G/L transaction, switch to a posting key that is configured to handle special G/L indicators.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI consultant to ensure that the configuration aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB14: Configuration of Posting Keys
  OBXR: Configuration of Special G/L Indicators
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP FI for further assistance.