How To Fix F5387 - Special G/L ind. & for b/exch.request must be classified as b/exch.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Special G/L ind. & for b/exch.request must be classified as b/exch.

What causes this issue?

In the system configuration, a special G/L indicator which is not
classified as a bill of exchange was specified for the posting of bill
of exchange payment requests.

How to fix this error?

If the correct special G/L indicator was allocated, correct the
classification of the indicator in FI Customizing. Otherwise, allocate
a different special G/L indicator to the transaction 'Bill of exchange
payment request' in Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5387 - Special G/L ind. & for b/exch.request must be classified as b/exch. ?

  The SAP error message F5387 indicates that there is an issue with the classification of a special G/L indicator in relation to a foreign exchange request. This error typically arises when the system expects a specific classification for a special G/L transaction, but the provided data does not meet the required criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Special G/L Indicator: The special G/L indicator used in the transaction may not be correctly set up to handle foreign exchange requests.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the special G/L indicators in the system may not align with the requirements for foreign exchange transactions.
  Missing Classification: The transaction may not have been classified correctly as a foreign exchange request, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicator Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for special G/L indicators in SAP (Transaction code: OBXR).
  Ensure that the special G/L indicator used is correctly configured to handle foreign exchange requests.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Verify the transaction data being entered. Ensure that the special G/L indicator is appropriate for the type of transaction you are processing.
  Check if the transaction is being classified correctly as a foreign exchange request.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the settings for the special G/L indicator to ensure it is classified correctly for foreign exchange transactions.
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI consultant or system administrator to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try processing the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to special G/L transactions and foreign exchange processing for further understanding.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.